Keywords
"postpartum pain," "disparities," "maternal health," "pain management"
Abstract
Pain management is an important aspect of postpartum care, aiming to provide optimal comfort and well-being for women during the recovery period following childbirth. However, disparities in pain management persist, with specific populations experiencing inadequate pain management and unequal access to appropriate care. Studies show that women of color are less likely to receive pain medications, in comparison to their White counterparts, despite reporting higher postpartum pain scores. The analysis for this research is grounded in lack of quality care and socioeconomic factors. The thesis demonstrates the underlying issues in maternity care. Black women are the core group represented in this research because of an increase in maternal mortality, and morbidity rates. In this thesis, a systematic literature review was conducted to explore the racial/ethnic differences in post-partum pain experiences, assessment, and treatment.
Thesis Completion Year
2024
Thesis Completion Semester
Spring
Thesis Chair
Kelly Allred
College
College of Nursing
Thesis Discipline
nursing
Language
English
Access Status
Campus Access
Length of Campus Access
3 years
Campus Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
STARS Citation
Obiagwu, Sylvia, "Health Disparities in Post-partum Pain Management: A Systematic Literature Review" (2024). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 117.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hut2024/117
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