Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9052938 | Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Because the Mexican American population in the United States is increasing, nurses will inevitably come into contact with members of this cultural group. Social support is essential for women to adapt to the demands of the perinatal period, and Mexican American childbearing women face particular challenges in obtaining social support. In this article, traditional roles and social support in Mexican American families are described, the challenges of delivering prenatal care within these traditions are discussed, and strategies for nursing intervention are offered.
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Authors
Lucy Martinez-Schallmoser, Nancy J. MacMullen, Sharon Telleen,