Study protocol for promoting respectful maternity care initiative to assess, measure and design interventions to reduce disrespect and abuse during childbirth in Kenya

• Main Authors: Warren Charlotte (Author), Njuki Rebecca (Author), Abuya Timothy (Author), Ndwiga Charity (Author), Maingi Grace (Author), Serwanga Jane (Author), Mbehero Faith (Author), Muteti Louisa (Author), Njeru Anne (Author), Karanja Joseph (Author), Olenja Joyce (Author), Gitonga Lucy (Author), Rakuom Chris (Author), Bellows Ben (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Increases in the proportion of facility-based deliveries have been marginal in many low-income countries in the African region. Preliminary clinical and anthropological evidence suggests that one major factor inhibiting pregnant wome...