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Antenatal Care to Aboriginal Women
Exploring Factors Influencing Antenatal Care Access among Remote Dwelling Aboriginal Women in NT
Table of Contents
Introduction    3
Background    3
Research Question    3
Aim and Objectives    3
Study Rationale    4
Study Significance    4
Methodology    5
Overview    5
Research Philosophy    5
Data Collection    6
Sampling    7
Data Analysis    7
Ethical Issues    8
Anticipated Outcomes    8
References    10
Introduction
Background
    Antenatal care, which is also commonly refe
ed to as prenatal care is a part of preventive healthcare with the aim of providing expecting mothers with regular check-ups so that the doctors or mid-wives can treat and prevent potential health problems during the gestation period (Gregory, Ramos, & Jauniaux, 2019). The report published by The University of Adelaide (2009) in association with Australian Research Centre for Health of Women and Babies (ARCH) highlighted that Aboriginal and To
es Strait Islander women attend antenatal care less frequently as compared to non-Indigenous women in Australia and the access is almost negligible in case of teenaged Aboriginals. The ways to measure the antenatal care and the benefits that can be achieved by Aboriginal women are limited and there is a need to enhance the ways in which antenatal care models can be framed in accordance for Aboriginal women from remote dwellings. The need to focus on the provision of antenatal care for Aboriginal women emerges and requires focused study.
Research Question
    What are the factors that influence the access of remote dwelling Aboriginal women in NT to antenatal care?
Aim and Objectives
    The overarching aim of the study is to identify the factors that have an influence on the ability of Aboriginal women particularly in the remote areas of NT, to access antenatal care. The achievement of the aim through the study can be helpful in attaining the outcomes that promote the development of strategies in support of Aboriginal women and their access to the antenatal care.
    In order to achieve the defined aim, the research work is aimed at meeting the following objectives:
· To understand the importance of antenatal care
· To evaluate the access to antenatal care for Aboriginal women in remote dwellings of NT
· To explore the factors that affect the access of Aboriginal women in remote dwellings to antenatal care
· To suggest ways that can assist in enhancing the access of Aboriginal women in remote dwellings to antenatal care
Study Rationale
    The lack of adequate delivery of antenatal care to Aboriginal women lead to the significantly higher rates of mortality in perinatal category. The possible occu
ence of preterm birth as well as low birthweight is also associated with the lack of effective antenatal care facilities for Aboriginal women. The existing studies discuss the presence of lack of access and frequency to antenatal care among Aboriginal women. The outcomes of these actions are also presented in a number of studies. The report by The University of Adelaide (2009) stated that there are low rates of ultrasound as well as screening for gestational diabetes and infections among Aboriginal women. However, there are almost negligible studies focusing on the identification of the factors that are responsible for the lack of access or limited access to antenatal care by Aboriginal women. Therefore, it is essential to conduct a study that can
ing to light the factors that play an influential role in the antenatal care access among Aboriginal women with a special reference to those dwelling in remote regions in NT.
Study Significance
The study on the antenatal care for the Aboriginal women in remote dwellings in NT can lead the researcher to draw conclusions from the existing scenario about the areas that need focus for improvement in delivery of antenatal care. The investigation in the factors affecting the ability of Aboriginal women to engage in preventive healthcare during pregnancy can be used by responsible personnel to develop refined policies and
ing about a change in the situation. Thus, through the incorporation of the study revolving around the factors that influence the delivery of smooth and successful antenatal care for Aboriginal women it will be possible to understand the dominant aspects that lead to perinatal and post neonatal mortality. The results of the study can help in promoting the health of mother and baby through the identification of the negatively impacting factors and conditions.
Methodology
Overview
    The aim of methodology is to provide a guideline of the methods that are incorporated to achieve the defined objectives of the given work. The strategies and approaches incorporated to pursue the suggested research work are discussed in the methodology section and the relevant justification is also given to support the selected approach. In the study ca
ied forth by Melinkovas (2019) it is verified that research onion given by Saunders is the most suitable method of defining methodology. The direction provided by the methodology approach in sync with...