Author/Authors :
Shirzad ، M. Department of Health Education and Promotion - School of Public Health - Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Hajimiri ، Kh. Department of Health Education and Promotion - School of Public Health - Tehran University of Medical Sciences , Abedini ، M. Ministry of Health , Shakibazadeh ، E. Department of Health Education and Promotion - School of Public Health - Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Aims: Maternal health and pregnancy outcomes are vitally important areas of each country’s healthcare system. This study aimed to investigate the acceptability of a mobile app-based intervention program for choosing the mode of delivery among pregnant women. Materials Method: Thirty pregnant women participated in this study. The Mobile App-Based Program focused on facilitating choosing mode of delivery based on information, motivation, and behavior model among pregnant women in Tehran, Iran. A retrospective post-intervention study was carried out. We used quantitative and qualitative semi-structured interviews to explore the experiences of women participating in the Mobile app-based program and investigate the intervention’s acceptability. Finding: Quantitative result has shown that 76.6% of the users assessed the application as usable. In the qualitative section of the study, three main themes were emerged: 1- specific features of the App (images, text, colors, and etc.); 2- advantages (distance learning method, reliability, and credibility, being user-friendly and comfortability, time-saving, and being interactive); and 3- disadvantages (fear of mobile radiation on fetus, poor internet connection, and limited audience) regarding using of the intervention. Conclusion: This mobile application eased women’s knowledge and behavior and satisfied them, specifically during the new-emerged pandemic. It also helped women to clarify their thoughts regarding their choice on mode of delivery. Participants suggested some shortages using the application that should be noticed.
