Modern Technology in Nursing, its Impact and Role in Improving Maternal and Child Health among Nurses in Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Esan Southeast, Edo State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study looked into the impact and role of current nursing technologies in enhancing maternal and child health among nurses at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital in Esan Southeast, Edo State, Nigeria. The study was conducted using a descriptive cross-sectional approach. The study's population consisted of 497 nurses, with a sample size of 136 respondents calculated using Taro Yamen's formula. The basic random sampling technique was used to pick respondents for the study from the public. Data were collected using a validated 15-item questionnaire. Experts assessed the instrument's face and content validity. The instruments' reliability estimates of 0.82 were determined using the test-retest approach. Data were analyzed using frequency counts, percentages, mean values, and standard deviations. The data analysis results showed that current technology in nursing has a significant impact on enhancing mother and child health among nurses in the research area. The study concludes that the predictor variables (perception of and adherence to anaemia prevention strategies) have a substantial impact on pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in selected hospitals in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Based on the study's findings, it was advised that health policymakers, hospital administrators, and nurse leaders guarantee that nursing technology is used in healthcare delivery.