Browsing by Author "Ulas S.C."

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    The effect of short pregnancy interval on perinatal outcomes in Turkey: A retrospective study
    (Professional Medical Publications, 2019) Saral N.; Ulas S.C.
    Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of short pregnancy interval on perinatal outcomes. Methods: The research was a retrospective study. The material consisted of birth records of a state hospital for the last three years in Manisa in the western region of Turkey (2015-2017) (n:8961). The research population included women whose gestational interval was ≤two years and the gestational week was over 22 weeks (n:2089). Perinatal outcomes were assessed through preterm birth, stillbirth, and low birth weight. Results: The mean age of women who are in the research group is 26.7 ± 5.32. According to the perinatal results of women with a pregnancy interval of two years and shorter; 8.2% of women had birth before 37 weeks and 0.3% resulted in stillbirth. It was determined that 4.8% of infants were born with low birth weight. There was no difference between the short pregnancy interval and stillbirth or preterm birth. However, a significant difference was found between the low birth weight and short pregnancy interval. (p>0.05). Conclusions: Pregnancy interval does not affect preterm birth and stillbirth from perinatal outcomes, but has a significant effect on the birth weight of the newborn. © 2019, Professional Medical Publications. All rights reserved.
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    Effects of high fidelity simulation model on midwives' shoulder dystocia management skills: An educational İntervention study
    (Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2022) Calim S.I.; Ulas S.C.; Demirci H.; Tayhan E.B.
    Background: Shoulder dystocia is an emergency and risky situation that most likely directly involves midwives. Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the effects of simulation training with a high fidelity mannequin on midwives' shoulder dystocia management. Subjects and Methods: This study utilized a quantitative, quasi-experimental research design. No sample selection was made. The study included all midwives (n:16) working in the maternity unit of Manisa Province Hospital, Turkey. Management of shoulder dystocia was lectured both theoretically and practically, using a high fidelity simulation. Midwives' shoulder dystocia management skills and knowledge were evaluated before and after training using shoulder dystocia knowledge form and management skill checklist. Results: There was a statistically significant increase in their shoulder dystocia management knowledge scores and management skills after simulation-based shoulder dystocia training (P < 0.05). Before the training, the midwives (62.5%) mostly used the McRoberts maneuver and suprapubic pressure as the primary interventions in shoulder dystocia management. After training, all the midwives were able to apply secondary maneuvers (Wood's or Rubin's maneuvres or posterior arm delivery) along with the primary maneuvers, in accordance with the shoulder dystocia management algorithm. Conclusion: Using a high fidelity simulation model in training increased midwives' shoulder dystocia management skills and knowledge. © 2022 Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications. All rights reserved.
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    Risk Perceptions Regarding COVID-19 and Compliance with Protective Measures of Midwifery and Nursing Senior Students; [Percepções de Risco Relacionadas à COVID-19 e Cumprimento de Medidas de Proteção de Estudantes Séniores de Obstetrícia e Enfermagem]; [Percepciones de Riesgo con respecto a COVID-19 y Cumplimiento de Medidas de Protección en Estudiantes Seniors de Obstetricia y Enfermería]
    (Escola de Enfermagem de Universidade de Sao Paulo, 2024) Ulas S.C.; Açil D.; Büyük D.S.; Durgun S.K.; Açis¸li F.U.
    Objective: This study aims to examine the risk perceptions of midwifery and nursing senior students regarding COVID-19 and compliance with vaccination and protective measures. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted in two academic years on senior midwifery and nursing students (n = 358). In the present study, the descriptive characteristics of the students and the COVID-19 risk perception scale were used. Results: The students’ COVID-19 Risk Perception Scale scores were at a moderate level and a similar level in both years of this study. More than 80% of the students were fully vaccinated, and the family history of COVID-19 was positive in approximately half of them. In the second year of the pandemic, they paid less attention to social distance and avoidance of being indoors. Conclusion: Although the COVID-19 risk perceptions of future health professional students remained at a similar level during the examined period, it was found that in the second year of the pandemic, they started to get used to the process and paid less attention to social protective measures. © (2024), (Escola de Enfermagem de Universidade de Sao Paulo). All Rights Reserved.