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Côté EJM, Benton M, Gardner R, Tribe R. Balancing benefits and risks of exercise in pregnancy: a qualitative analysis of social media discussion. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2024; 10:e002176. [PMID: 39415883 PMCID: PMC11481124 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2024-002176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2024] [Accepted: 09/27/2024] [Indexed: 10/19/2024] Open
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Exercise improves pregnancy outcomes, but few pregnant individuals meet physical activity guidelines. The main objective of this study was to explore the perception of exercise during pregnancy using posts and comments on Reddit, a large social media platform. Relevant user-generated posts and comments were identified on Reddit by searching systematically for a combination of keywords related to pregnancy and exercise. A dataset of 120 posts and 2892 comments was randomly selected for reflexive thematic analysis. Three themes relating to perceptions of benefits and risks to exercise in pregnancy and how they influence decision-making were generated: (1) perceived benefits of exercise: 'We all know that exercise is good for us'; (2) perceived risks of exercise: Exercise as 'off limits'; and (3) information seeking and decision-making: 'I'm kinda stumped on exercise'. While the benefits of exercise during pregnancy are well recognised among Reddit users, perceived risks significantly influence their decisions to start, continue, adjust or stop exercising. Healthcare providers play a crucial role in guiding these exercise choices, emphasising the need for them to provide evidence-based advice and support pregnant individuals in achieving optimal physical activity levels. Addressing misinformation and providing supportive counselling can help pregnant individuals navigate the complexities of exercise during this critical period.
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- Emilie J M Côté
- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, UK
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- Reproductive Health and Childbirth, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course & Population Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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Antosiak-Cyrak K, Ratajczak J, Lewandowska M, Wochna K, Sobczak K, Domaszewska K, Rąglewska P, Urbański P, Czerniak U, Demuth A. Validity and reliability of the Polish version of the Pregnancy Mobility Index (PMI-PL). Front Public Health 2024; 12:1443616. [PMID: 39444971 PMCID: PMC11496172 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1443616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 09/13/2024] [Indexed: 10/25/2024] Open
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Introduction Mobility, defined as active, controlled, multi-joint flexibility used in movement, is limited in pregnant women due to problems with low back pain (LBP) and pelvic girdle pain (PGP). The Pregnancy Mobility Index (PMI) is a tool for assessing mobility in relation to LBP/PGP. The lack of a Polish version of the PMI test prompted a transcultural adaptation to the Polish conditions. The aim of the study was to evaluate the measurement properties of the Polish adaptation of the Pregnancy Mobility Index. Methods The study involved 121 pregnant women aged 18-44. The translation process was in accordance with the transcultural adaptation design. Reliability was assessed by intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Construct validity between the Polish version of the PMI (PMI-PL) and the Physical Activity Pregnancy Questionnaire (PPAQ-PL) was assessed by Spearman's rank correlation coefficient. Results The transcultural adaptation of the PMI test into Polish was satisfactory, with high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.97-0.98, ICC = 0.989). Statistically significant inverse proportional correlations were found for total PA, total PA (light and above), light PA, moderate PA, and vigorous PA in the construct validity analysis between PMI-PL and PPAQ-PL. Discussion The Polish version of the PMI is a reliable instrument. The introduction of a questionnaire with a classification system will make it easier for health professionals to monitor the health status of pregnant women and encourage them to engage in physical activity appropriate for their current level of mobility.
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- Katarzyna Antosiak-Cyrak
- Department of Swimming and Water Lifesaving, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Human Biological Development, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Swimming and Water Lifesaving, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Swimming and Water Lifesaving, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Physiology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Sports Recovery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Adapted Physical Activity, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Human Biological Development, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Human Biological Development, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznań, Poland
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Pereira LB, Schroeder HT, Dos Santos JK, Capelari PCB, Schaan BD, Bock PM. Cross-cultural adaptation and validation to Brazilian Portuguese of the 'knowledge of gestational diabetes (GDM)' questionnaire for women with GDM. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2024; 16:227. [PMID: 39272168 PMCID: PMC11401380 DOI: 10.1186/s13098-024-01456-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2024] [Accepted: 08/24/2024] [Indexed: 09/15/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is characterized by hyperglycemia during pregnancy. There are many diabetes-specific tools for collecting information validated in Brazilian Portuguese. However, there are no specific instruments to assess knowledge about GDM in Brazilian Portuguese. The aim of this study was to cross-culturally adapt and validate the Brazilian Portuguese version of the Knowledge of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus questionnaire (GDMKQ). METHODS This study was conducted in southern Brazil from January to December 2023. Women with GDM or diabetes identified during pregnancy were considered eligible based on specific criteria. Clinical and demographic data were obtained through a medical records search. The GDMKQ underwent a multistep adaptation process, including translation, back-translation, content validity assessment, and cognitive interviews. After administration to participants, internal consistency, item-total correlation, and intraclass correlation were assessed. Confirmatory factor analysis was also conducted to ensure validity. RESULTS A total of 155 pregnant women were recruited for the study. Most participants were aged 18-30 years, and hypertension was the main comorbidity (25.2%). Regarding education, most participants (58.7%) attended high school. The Brazilian Portuguese version of the GDMKQ consisted of 32 items. The intraclass correlation was established by two independent interviews with 57 participants, yielding a correlation coefficient of 0.79 (p < 0.01). Internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) was 0.81 overall but was less than 0.7 for each domain. Item-total correlations were calculated, and confirmatory factor analysis indicated a good model fit. The final Brazilian Portuguese version of the questionnaire consisted of 32 items. CONCLUSIONS The Brazilian Portuguese version of the GDMKQ yielded a reliable and valid tool for evaluating diabetes knowledge in pregnant women.
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- Laura Betat Pereira
- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Ramiro Barcelos, 2600, Porto Alegre, RS, 90035-003, Brasil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Physiology, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Ramiro Barcelos, 2600, Porto Alegre, RS, 90035-003, Brasil
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- Internal Medicine Department, Medical School and Post-Graduate Program in Medical Sciences: Endocrinology, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Ramiro Barcelos, 2400, Porto Alegre, RS, 90035-903, Brazil
- Endocrine Division, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Rua Ramiro Barcelos 2350, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Ramiro Barcelos, 2600, Porto Alegre, RS, 90035-003, Brasil.
- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande, Km 8 Avenida Itália Carreiros, Rio Grande, RS, 96203-90, Brazil.
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Weng MH, Chou HC, Liaw JJ. The effects of unsupervised home-based exercise training during pregnancy: A systematic review. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2024; 21:438-444. [PMID: 38361353 DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pregnant women may experience physical and emotional distress. Exercise is recommended for healthy pregnant women and is beneficial for their mental and physical health. Unsupervised home-based exercise is cost-effective for pregnant women as an occasional solution for their discomfort. However, no synthesis of randomized trials on this topic has been conducted. AIMS The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of unsupervised home-based exercise during pregnancy. METHODS A systematic search for randomized controlled trials was performed in electronic databases. The review extracted eligibility criteria based on unsupervised home-based exercise intervention. The quality of the included studies was performed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool 2.0. This review was registered a priori in PROSPERO (CRD42023452966). RESULTS In total, seven studies were selected for systematic review. Participant adherence rates for the three reported studies varied considerably, ranging from 33% to 75%. Two studies revealed that unsupervised home-based exercise improved symptom severity in relation to long-term adherence to exercise. Two studies suggested that maternal aerobic fitness increased due to exercise. One study revealed improved sleep quality. However, none of the studies supported the positive effects of exercise on fatigue, maternal insulin sensitivity, prenatal weight gain, postnatal weight loss, birth pain, and cesarean section. LINKING EVIDENCE TO ACTION Unsupervised home-based exercise improves discomfort symptoms during pregnancy but requires a long intervention period. This finding suggests that the evaluation period needs to be longer to identify the effects of exercise. In addition, a theoretical-based integrity exercise plan should be considered to promote the effectiveness of unsupervised home-based exercise.
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- Min-Hsueh Weng
- Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics, National Taiwan University Hospital, Yun-Lin Branch, Yun-Lin, Taiwan
- Department of Pediatrics, National Taiwan University Hospital, National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan
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- School of Nursing, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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Daglas V, Kostopoulos N, Mrvoljak-Theodoropoulou I, Mitrotasios M, Dagla M, Lykeridou A, Antoniou E. Healthcare Professionals' Attitudes and Practices According to Their Recommendations on Exercise during the First Trimester of Pregnancy: A Greek Cross-Sectional Study. Sports (Basel) 2024; 12:173. [PMID: 39058064 PMCID: PMC11281032 DOI: 10.3390/sports12070173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 06/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/18/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study is to investigate healthcare professionals' attitudes and practices when it comes to their recommendations on exercise during the first trimester of pregnancy and to highlight the factors that influence or predict these attitudes. METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted between January 2022 and March 2023, on a sample of 237 Greek healthcare professionals (midwives and obstetricians) employed in healthcare settings in Attica/Greece. In the statistical analysis, eight independent models of multivariate analyses of variance were conducted. RESULTS Only half of the participants (54.89%) report that they recommend exercise to pregnant women in the first trimester of pregnancy. The majority do not routinely recommend a specific frequency and duration of exercise. Participants who believe that exercise during pregnancy is of little benefit to pregnant women were less likely to recommend the following, in the first trimester of pregnancy: (a) exercise in general (p = 0.002), (b) resistance/muscle strengthening exercises (p = 0.039), (c) relaxation exercises (p = 0.002), and (d) a specific exercise duration (p = 0.011). Those who report being very familiar with the international guidelines are (a) more likely to recommend exercise in general (p = 0.013), as well as aerobic exercises (p = 0.023); (b) less likely to not recommend a specific frequency (p = 0.027); and (c) more likely to recommend a duration of 30-45 min of exercise in the first trimester (p = 0.017). CONCLUSIONS I this study, a significant proportion of health professionals' attitudes appear to diverge from the recommendations set forth by international scientific bodies regarding exercise during pregnancy. Furthermore, health professionals' beliefs regarding the benefits of exercise during pregnancy, along with their familiarity with international guidelines, appear to influence their usual practices in recommending exercise during the first trimester of pregnancy to pregnant women.
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- Vasileios Daglas
- Department of Midwifery, School of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, 12243 Athens, Greece; (M.D.); (A.L.); (E.A.)
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- School of Physical Education and Sport Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17237 Athens, Greece; (N.K.); (M.M.)
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- School of Physical Education and Sport Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17237 Athens, Greece; (N.K.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Midwifery, School of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, 12243 Athens, Greece; (M.D.); (A.L.); (E.A.)
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- Department of Midwifery, School of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, 12243 Athens, Greece; (M.D.); (A.L.); (E.A.)
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- Department of Midwifery, School of Health and Care Sciences, University of West Attica, 12243 Athens, Greece; (M.D.); (A.L.); (E.A.)
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Zhang W, Zhao R, Zhang L, Xie F, Xu P, Guo P, Mao M, Feng S. Theory-based interventions aimed at promoting physical activity in pregnant women: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Int J Nurs Stud 2024; 154:104761. [PMID: 38593643 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2024.104761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The objectives were to assess (i) the quality of theory implementation, (ii) the application of behavior change techniques, and (iii) the effectiveness of theory-based interventions in promoting physical activity in pregnant women and improving maternal and neonatal outcomes. METHODS A systematic search was conducted across 8 databases (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, the Cochrane Library, EMBASE, MEDLINE, APA PsycINFO, PubMed, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science) to identify randomized controlled trials published from database inception to 8 July 2023. The Cochrane risk-of-bias 2.0 tool was used to evaluate the quality of the included studies. The theory coding scheme was used to measure the quality of theory implementation, and behavior change techniques were coded according to behavior change taxonomy (version 1). The meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3. The Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation Approach was used to assess the certainty of evidence. RESULTS Eleven studies met the study criteria. Nine studies were based on one theory, while two studies were based on a combination of two theories. The quality of theory implementation was generally moderate. A total of 24 unique behavior change techniques were extracted. The most commonly used types of behavior change techniques were 'instruction on how to perform the behavior' (n = 9), 'goal setting' (behavior) (n = 8), 'action planning' (n = 7), and 'information about health consequences' (n = 7). Theory-based interventions significantly improved moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (standardized mean difference (SMD) = 0.17, 95 % confidence interval (CI) [0.04, 0.30], P = 0.01; moderate certainty of evidence), reduced the average gestational weight gain per week (mean difference (MD) = -0.06, 95 % CI [-0.11, -0.01], P = 0.02; moderate certainty of evidence), and decreased the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (risk ratio (RR) = 0.64, 95 % CI [0.46, 0.89], P = 0.008; high certainty of evidence). However, the effects of theory-based interventions on total physical activity, total gestational weight gain and the incidence of gestational hypertension and preterm delivery were unclear (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS (i) Most of the studies exhibited a moderate level of theory implementation quality. (ii) The use of theories varies, but common behavior change techniques were found across studies. (iii) Theory-based interventions can improve physical activity and maternal and neonatal outcomes and appear to be safe. Appropriate health behavior theories and behavior change techniques should be fully utilized in future interventions. REGISTRATION PROSPERO: CRD42023440886. TWEETABLE ABSTRACT Theory-based interventions can improve physical activity and maternal and neonatal outcomes and appear to be safe. Appropriate health behavior theories and behavior change techniques should be fully utilized in the development of future interventions.
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- Wei Zhang
- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Nursing, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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Yang X, Han R, Song Y, Zhang J, Huang H, Zhang J, Wang Y, Gao L. The Mediating Role of Physical Activity Self-Efficacy in Predicting Moderate-Intensity Physical Activity in Pregnant People at High Risk for Gestational Diabetes. J Midwifery Womens Health 2024; 69:403-413. [PMID: 38069454 DOI: 10.1111/jmwh.13589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common medical complication in pregnancy. Moderate-intensity physical activity during pregnancy can lower the risk of GDM. However, the relationship between moderate-intensity physical activity and correlated factors among pregnant people at high risk for GDM remains unknown. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted in China. Two hundred fifty-two participants completed the Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire, Pregnancy Physical Activity Self-Efficacy Scale, Physical Activity Knowledge Questionnaire, Physical Activity Social Support Scale, 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, and a sociodemographic data sheet. Structural equation modeling was used to explore the direct and indirect associations between the study variables. RESULTS A total of 51.6% of the participants did not meet the current physical activity guidelines. Only physical activity self-efficacy was significantly correlated with moderate-intensity physical activity. Physical activity self-efficacy mediated the relationship between moderate-intensity physical activity and knowledge of physical activity, social support for physical activity, and anxiety symptoms. Furthermore, knowledge of physical activity was also associated with improved moderate-intensity physical activity mediated by reduced anxiety symptoms and increased physical activity self-efficacy. CONCLUSION Our study revealed a high prevalence of not meeting current physical activity guidelines among pregnant people at high risk for GDM. Physical activity self-efficacy played an important mediating role in predicting moderate-intensity physical activity. Future studies should focus on enhancing self-efficacy to improve moderate-intensity physical activity for pregnant people at high risk for GDM.
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- Xiao Yang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Xiang Z, Sun K, Han R, Chen L, Wang Z, Gao L. Predictors of physical inactivity among pregnant women. Nurs Health Sci 2024; 26:e13086. [PMID: 38356050 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.13086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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It is recommended that pregnant women be physically active to promote maternal and child health. This study aimed to explore the prevalence of physical inactivity and its modifiable predictors in the three trimesters in Chinese pregnant women. Four hundred forty-four pregnant women completed the Pregnant Physical Activity Questionnaire in the first, second, and third trimesters. The prevalence of physical inactivity reached its highest (66.2%) in the first trimester and lowest (19.4%) in the second trimester. Pregnant women with inadequate physical activity knowledge and low self-efficacy were at higher risk for physical inactivity. Monitoring physical inactivity could be incorporated into antenatal care and start from the first trimester. Prenatal care professionals should take action to increase pregnant women's physical activity self-efficacy and knowledge to enhance their physical activity.
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- Zhixuan Xiang
- School of Nursing, Xiangtan Medicine and Health Vocational College, Xiangtan, China
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- Gynecology & Obstetrics Department, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Nursing Department, Dongguan Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Dongguan, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Yang X, Han R, Xiang Z, Li H, Zhao Q, Chen L, Gao L. Clinical practice guidelines on physical activity and exercise for pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus: A systematic review. Int J Nurs Pract 2023; 29:e13141. [PMID: 36929054 DOI: 10.1111/ijn.13141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2022] [Revised: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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AIM This review aimed to appraise clinical guidelines about exercise for women with gestational diabetes mellitus and summarize consensus and inconsistent recommendations. BACKGROUND Exercise is an effective non-pharmacological therapeutic for gestational diabetes mellitus, but the variety of relevant clinical practice guidelines is confusing for healthcare professionals. DESIGN This is a systematic review of clinical practice guidelines. DATA SOURCES Websites of guideline development institutions, eight literature databases and organizations of obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, and medical sports associations were searched for guidelines published from January 2011 to October 2021. REVIEW METHODS Two reviewers independently extracted recommendations. Four reviewers assessed guideline quality using the AGREE II instrument independently. RESULTS Fifteen guidelines were included. All women with diabetes are recommended to exercise during pregnancy. The consistent recommendations were for pre-exercise screening, for 30 min per exercise session on 5 days of the week or every day after meals, exercise at moderate intensity, using aerobic and resistance exercise, and walking. The main non-consistent recommendations included warning signs for women on insulin during exercise, minimum duration per session, intensity assessment, duration and frequency of sessions for strengthening and flexibility exercise and detailed physical activity giving birth. CONCLUSIONS Guidelines strongly support pregnant women with diabetes to exercise regularly. Research is needed to make non-consistent recommendations clear.
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- Xiao Yang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, University of South China, Hengyang, China
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- Office of the Dean (Party Committee), Gem Flower Xi'an Changqing Staff Hospital, Xi'an, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Brændstrup N, Roland CB, de Place Knudsen S, Bendix JM, Clausen TD, Molsted S, Stallknecht B, Løkkegaard E, Jespersen AP. Counselling on physical activity in Danish antenatal care: A qualitative study of experiences from both the pregnant woman's and the care provider's perspective. SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE 2023; 38:100902. [PMID: 37660544 DOI: 10.1016/j.srhc.2023.100902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Physical activity during pregnancy is beneficial to maternal and fetal health, but most pregnant women do not achieve the recommended level of physical activity. To investigate how antenatal care can promote physical activity during pregnancy, this study explores experiences of physical activity counselling from the perspectives of pregnant women and antenatal care providers. METHODS In a qualitative design with an inductive approach individual semi-structured interviews with 19 pregnant women and seven antenatal care providers were performed and analyzed using thematic analysis. RESULTS The themes "Experiencing inadequate counselling", "Benefiting from individualized guidance", and "Voicing a need for enhanced support" cover the perspectives from the participating pregnant women. They often experienced insufficient physical activity counselling that left them insecure about proper physical activity during pregnancy. The pregnant women desired individualized and concrete advice and early and continuous support. From antenatal care providers the themes "Providers' perceived barriers in counselling", "Balancing the act of counselling", and "Acknowledging potential for enhanced counselling" were identified. They perceived barriers towards counselling including time restraints, lack of interest, and doubts about certain physical activity during pregnancy but expressed trying to adjust the counselling to meet the woman's individual situation. They acknowledged that continuous support during pregnancy and updated knowledge and increased focus among providers might improve physical activity counselling. CONCLUSIONS Pregnant women received scarce counselling on physical activity in antenatal care, while care providers described several barriers towards counselling on physical activity. Both pregnant women and antenatal care providers recognized opportunities for enhanced physical activity counselling.
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- Nina Brændstrup
- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark; Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark; Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark; Department of Clinical Research, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Copenhagen University Hospital - North Zealand, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hilleroed, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- The Saxo Institute, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen Centre for Health Research in Humanities, Karen Blixens Plads 8, 2300 Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Shang X, Ye L, Gu X, Zhou A, Xu Y, Zhang Y, Liao Y, Li L. Attitudes and Barriers to Physical Activity and Exercise Self-Efficacy Among Chinese Pregnant Women: A Cross-Sectional Study. J Multidiscip Healthc 2023; 16:3561-3573. [PMID: 38024132 PMCID: PMC10676646 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s441210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Most pregnant women do not reach the recommendation for physical activity (PA). As a subcategory of PA, exercise is also essential. Evidence on pregnant women's attitudes and barriers to PA and exercise self-efficacy in China is scarce. Aim To explore the levels and influencing factors of attitudes and barriers to PA and exercise self-efficacy among pregnant women. Methods A cross-sectional study of 311 pregnant women was conducted from August to December 2022. Individual characteristics, pregnant women's attitudes toward exercise, barriers to prenatal PA and exercise, and exercise self-efficacy were measured using the self-designed demographic questionnaire, pregnant women's attitudes toward exercise questionnaire, barriers to prenatal PA and exercise questionnaire, and the pregnancy exercise self-efficacy scale, respectively. Results More than 90% of pregnant women believed exercise benefits themselves and their babies, and 40.8% of pregnant women did not know how to exercise. Women encounter different types of barriers to PA and exercise. Intrapersonal barriers included the proportion of feelings of tiredness (56.6%), low energy (54.7%), lack of interest or motivation (49.2%), feelings of illness and morning sickness (46.6%), and large body weight (43.7%). Interpersonal barriers included pregnant women being advised to avoid PA and exercise (49.2%), lack of clear advice about the intensity and dose of exercise (41.8%), no one to exercise with (38.9%), and lack of advice from healthcare professionals (38.6%). Weather conditions were the most significant environmental barriers (41.2%). The total score of pregnancy exercise self-efficacy was (38.50±7.33). Education level, parity, and attitudes toward exercise independently predict pregnant women's attitudes toward exercise, barriers to prenatal PA and exercise, and exercise self-efficacy, respectively. Conclusion Pregnant women have a favorable attitude toward exercise and relatively good exercise self-efficacy but lack knowledge of exercise. They face numerous barriers. Medical professionals should encourage pregnant women with lower levels of education to exercise and assist multipara in overcoming obstacles.
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- Xingchen Shang
- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Delivery Room, Yangzhou Maternal and Child Care Service Centre, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Delivery Room, Taizhou Second People’s Hospital, Taizhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Baoying People’s Hospital, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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Barbier M, Blanc J, Faust C, Baumstarck K, Ranque-Garnier S, Bretelle F. Standardized Stretching Postural postures to treat low-back pain in pregnancy: the GEMALODO randomized clinical trial. Am J Obstet Gynecol MFM 2023; 5:101087. [PMID: 37437692 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajogmf.2023.101087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Revised: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Two-thirds of pregnant women suffer from low-back pain during pregnancy, which leads to negative effects on quality of everyday life. According to the literature, an 8- to 12-week program of adapted physical activity during pregnancy has proven its efficacy in treatment of low-back pain and functional disability. Stretching Postural is a nondynamic technique using muscular contractions and stretches that act mainly on the back and that can be practiced alone. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the effect of an 8-week program of standardized Stretching Postural postures in low-risk pregnant women suffering from low-back pain. STUDY DESIGN This was an open-label, randomized, controlled trial in 1 French university hospital. Women with a singleton low-risk pregnancy between 15 and 32 weeks of gestation and with back, lumbar, or sacroiliac pain were randomly assigned (1:1) to either undergo an 8-week program of standardized Stretching Postural with basic advice (intervention group) or to receive basic advice only (control group). Both groups received ergonomic advice and encouragement to practice physical activity. The primary endpoint was the pain assessment at 8 weeks (defined by the mean pain level estimated by women in the previous week, scored on a numeric scale from 0 to 10). Secondary endpoints were pain after 4 weeks of follow-up, quality of life (12-item Short Form Survey), satisfaction (Patient Global Impression of Change), and delivery outcomes. The main analysis was intention-to-treat. RESULTS From January 2019 to August 2020, 60 women were randomized: 30 were assigned to the intervention group and 30 to the control group. The mean level of pain at 8 weeks was significantly lower in the intervention group than in the control group (1.6±1.4 vs 4.1±2.2; P<.01). The mean 12-item Short Form Survey scores were significantly higher in the posture group than in the control group (Physical Component Score, 45.7±7.8 vs 37.4±8.5; P<.01; Mental Component Score, 54.3±5.8 vs 50.4±7.1; P=.04), and the Patient Global Impression of Change score was also significantly higher (6.1±1.5 vs 3.9±2.3; P<.01). No adverse effects were found. CONCLUSION Stretching Postural appears to be a safe and efficient nondrug therapy to treat low-back pain during low-risk pregnancy.
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- Magalie Barbier
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nord Hospital, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University (Drs Barbier, Blanc, and Bretelle), Marseille, France.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nord Hospital, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University (Drs Barbier, Blanc, and Bretelle), Marseille, France; Centre d'études et de recherche sur les services de santé et la qualité de vie (CEReSS), Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Aix-Marseille University (Dr Blanc), Marseille, France
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- Service d'Épidémiologie et Economie de la Santé, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille (Ms Faust and Dr Baumstarck), Marseille, France
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- Service d'Épidémiologie et Economie de la Santé, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille (Ms Faust and Dr Baumstarck), Marseille, France
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- Centre d'évaluation et de traitement de la douleur, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Timone, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille (Dr Ranque-Garnier), Marseille, France; Centre national de la recherche scientifique, École Centrale de Marseille, Institut Fresnel, Aix-Marseille Université, Marseille (Dr Ranque-Garnier), France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nord Hospital, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University (Drs Barbier, Blanc, and Bretelle), Marseille, France; Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale, Unité de Recherche sur les Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales Emergentes, Aix-Marseille University, Institut Hospitalo-Universitaire-Méditerranée Infection (Dr Bretelle), Marseille, France; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Conception Hospital, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University (Dr Bretelle), Marseille, France
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Yang X, Xiang Z, Zhang J, Song Y, Guo E, Zhang R, Chen X, Chen L, Gao L. Development and feasibility of a theory-guided and evidence-based physical activity intervention in pregnant women with high risk for gestational diabetes mellitus: a pilot clinical trial. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2023; 23:678. [PMID: 37726710 PMCID: PMC10510212 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-023-05995-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Physical activity has been utilized as an effective strategy to prevent gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). However, most pregnant women with high risk for GDM did not achieve the recommended physical activity level. Furthermore, relevant physical activity protocols have varied without theory-guided and evidence-based tailored to pregnant women with high risk for GDM. This study aimed to develop and pilot test a theory-guided and evidence-based physical activity intervention protocol for pregnant women with high risk for GDM. METHODS The study design was guided by the Medical Research Council Framework for Developing and Evaluating Complex Intervention (the MRC framework). The preliminary protocol for physical activity intervention was developed based on self-efficacy theory, research evidence identified from systematic reviews and clinic trials, stakeholder engagement, context, and economic considerations. The preliminary intervention protocol was validated through a content validity study by an expert panel of 10 experts. A single-blinded randomized controlled trial (RCT) was designed to test the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention. RESULTS The validity of the preliminary intervention protocol was excellent as consensus was achieved. The final 13 sessions of self-efficacy enhancing physical activity intervention protocol were developed, including knowledge education, exercise clinic visits and video, and group discussions with face-to-face and online blended sessions. In the feasibility study, 34 pregnant women with high risk for GDM were randomized for the intervention (n = 17) or the control group (n = 17). The recruitment and retention rates were 82.9% and 58.9%, respectively. Women in the intervention group had a lower incidence of GDM (26.7% vs. 36.5%) than the control group (P >0.05). All participants were satisfied with the intervention and agreed that the intervention was helpful. CONCLUSIONS The developed self-efficacy-enhancing physical activity intervention is a feasible and acceptable intervention for enhancing physical activity among pregnant women with high risk for GDM and is ready to be tested in a more extensive RCT study. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study was registered on 4 February 2022 (ChiCTR2200056355) by the Chinese Clini Trial Registry (CHiCTR).
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- Xiao Yang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, 510080 Guangdong Province P.R. China
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- School of Nursing, Xiangtan Medicine & Health Vocational College, Xiangtan, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Zhengzhou Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, 510080 Guangdong Province P.R. China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, 510080 Guangdong Province P.R. China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, 510080 Guangdong Province P.R. China
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Hayman M, Brown WJ, Brinson A, Budzynski-Seymour E, Bruce T, Evenson KR. Public health guidelines for physical activity during pregnancy from around the world: a scoping review. Br J Sports Med 2023; 57:940-947. [PMID: 36604155 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2022-105777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Despite the known health benefits of physical activity (PA), pregnancy is a time of marked decline in PA levels. To provide women with reliable and trustworthy information, and to encourage greater participation in PA during pregnancy, many governments have developed guidelines for PA during pregnancy. Our aim was to synthesise the most recent public health guidelines on PA during pregnancy from different countries in order to understand the nature and extent of advice that is available. DESIGN Scoping review. DATA SOURCES Search of the grey literature, direct contact with international experts, screening of relevant academic literature and citation searching. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Public health guidelines developed or endorsed by government departments published since 2010. RESULTS Our search located 30 eligible guidelines, published in 11 different languages. There is remarkable concordance in the advice offered. For women with uncomplicated pregnancy, guidelines recommend: 150-300 min/week of moderate intensity aerobic activity; pelvic floor and muscle strengthening exercises; modification of some exercises (eg, supine position); and provide lists of warning signs to cease activity (eg, persistent dizziness, vaginal bleeding) and activities that should be avoided (eg, if high risk of falling/collision). Few guidelines offer specific advice for highly active women (eg, athletes), or trimester-specific or culturally specific considerations. CONCLUSIONS This review provides a summary of public health recommendations for PA during pregnancy around the world. The challenge is now to ensure that all who provide healthcare for women understand the guidelines and encourage safe participation in PA during pregnancy.
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- Melanie Hayman
- School of Medical and Applied Sciences, Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia
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- School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, The University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Anthropology, University of North Carolina College of Arts and Sciences, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- The University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology, University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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Yu H, He J, Li K, Qi W, Lin J, Szumilewicz A. Quality assessment of pre- and postnatal nutrition and exercise mobile applications in the United States and China. Front Nutr 2023; 9:942331. [PMID: 36698473 PMCID: PMC9868741 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.942331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Background Mobile applications (apps) are becoming increasingly prevalent as tools for improving maternal health behaviors. However, the recently updated content and quality of these apps remain unknown. This research investigated the fundamental characteristics, functional modules, and overall quality of maternal apps available in the United States and China to reveal critical nutrition and physical activity gaps. Methods A systematic search was performed in Android and iOS app stores (China and the United States). Apps were eligible if they targeted pregnant or postpartum women, focused on nutrition or physical activity, and had interfaces in English or Chinese. The basic characteristics, functional modules, and overall quality of the apps were evaluated, and differences between apps available in China or the United States were determined using analysis of variance and chi-square tests. Pearson correlations were utilized to investigate links between objective quality and user rating. Results A total of 65 maternity-related nutrition and physical activity apps (34 from China and 31 from the United States) were eligible. Among them, 68% (21/31) of US apps and 56% (19/34) of Chinese apps did not provide supporting evidence for their content. A greater number of Chinese apps provided app-based general education modules, namely food nutrition knowledge (n = 0, 0% in the United States vs. n = 30, 88.2% in China). Meanwhile, a greater number of US apps provided exercise modules, namely pregnancy yoga (n = 21, 67.7% in the United States vs. n = 2, 5.9% in China). The overall app quality rating in the United States was lower than it was in China (mean: 3.5, SD: 0.6 in China vs. mean: 3.4, SD: 0.7 in the United States). There was no relationship between the overall app quality rating and the user rating in either country (rho = 0.11 in China and rho = -0.13 in the United States). Conclusion The characteristics and functional modules of in-store apps for maternal nutrition and physical activity differed between the United States and China. Both countries' apps, especially Chinese apps, lacked evidence-based information, and there was no correlation between app quality and user rating. The results therefore suggest that user ratings cannot be used as an objective indicator of app quality and that it is necessary to improve the empirical basis and credibility of apps in both countries.
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- Hongli Yu
- Department of Sport, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdańsk, Poland,Jiuling Primary School, Mianyang, Sichuan, China,*Correspondence: Hongli Yu,
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- Department of Sport, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Sport, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Sport, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Football Academy, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Sport, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gdańsk, Poland
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Asante DO, Osei F, Abdul-Samed F, Nanevie VD. Knowledge and participation in exercise and physical activity among pregnant women in Ho, Ghana. Front Public Health 2022; 10:927191. [PMID: 36466468 PMCID: PMC9709326 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.927191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Physical activity (PA) and exercise have been identified to improve the general fitness and health. Although, the Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire (PPAQ) has been validated for use in assessing PA in pregnant women. However, understanding the knowledge and participation levels of PA in pregnant women in the underdeveloped regions of Ghana is of clinical relevance to foster education and promotion of PA. In Ghana, pregnant women believe the "myth" (mostly in rural areas and underdeveloped regions) that exercising in the first trimester might lead to miscarriage. Thus, the main objective of this study was to investigate the extent of knowledge and participation levels in PA among pregnant women in Ho, Ghana using a self-developed questionnaire which consisted of some questions adapted from the PPAQ. Methods Seventy-seven (n = 77) pregnant women between the ages of 18-50 years were recruited from three hospitals across the Ho municipality of Ghana. A self-developed questionnaire which consisted of some questions taken from the PPAQ was administered to participants under the researchers' supervision. Spearman's correlation analysis was used to find the association between the level of participation in PA, knowledge of PA and gestational age among pregnant women. Results From the total participants (n = 77) recruited, 57 (74%) of the participants scored high in PA knowledge. Most of the participants 48 (62.3%) answered that PA promotes healthy pregnancy. Participants who reported barriers to PA during pregnancy were no exercise habits 51 (66.2%), having no time 17 (22.1%) and fear of miscarriage 9 (11.7%). There was a significant (p < 0.05) association between the level of participation and gestational age. No significant (p > 0.05) association between the level of participation and knowledge of PA was observed. Conclusion There is a high level of knowledge of PA among pregnant women in Ho, Ghana. However, most pregnant women rather engage in PA as their gestational age increases. Thus, to foster sustainable exercise participation during pregnancy, all healthcare providers saddled with the responsibility of providing maternal healthcare must strengthen the education and promotion of exercise and PA among pregnant women in Ho, Ghana.
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- Drusilla Obenewaa Asante
- Department of Sports and Exercise Medical Sciences, School of Sports and Exercise Medicine, University of Health and Allied Science, Ho, Ghana,*Correspondence: Drusilla Obenewaa Asante
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- Medical Sociology and Psychobiology, Department of Health and Physical Activity, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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- Department of Sports and Exercise Medical Sciences, School of Sports and Exercise Medicine, University of Health and Allied Science, Ho, Ghana
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- Department of Sports and Exercise Medical Sciences, School of Sports and Exercise Medicine, University of Health and Allied Science, Ho, Ghana
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Yang X, Li H, Zhao Q, Han R, Xiang Z, Gao L. Reply to: Comment on: "Clinical Practice Guidelines That Address Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy: A Systematic Review". J Midwifery Womens Health 2022; 67:791-799. [PMID: 36527402 DOI: 10.1111/jmwh.13453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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- Xiao Yang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Davenport MH, Mottola MF, Ruchat SM. Comment on: "Clinical Practice Guidelines That Address Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy: A Systematic Review". J Midwifery Womens Health 2022; 67:789-790. [PMID: 36527401 DOI: 10.1111/jmwh.13454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2022] [Revised: 09/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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- Margie H Davenport
- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation, University of Alberta, Alberta, Canada
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Silva-Jose C, Sánchez-Polán M, Barakat R, Díaz-Blanco Á, Mottola MF, Refoyo I. A Virtual Exercise Program throughout Pregnancy during the COVID-19 Pandemic Modifies Maternal Weight Gain, Smoking Habits and Birth Weight—Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11144045. [PMID: 35887809 PMCID: PMC9321470 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11144045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Revised: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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The intrauterine environment is key to health from a short- and long-term perspective. Birth weight is an important indicator that may influence the fetal environment due to epigenetics. Considering physical inactivity, in parallel with higher levels of stress, affecting smoking patterns and the physical and emotional health of the pregnant population, maintaining the health of future generations is crucial. A randomized clinical trial (NCT04563065) was conducted. One-hundred and ninety-two healthy pregnant individuals were assigned to the intervention (IG) or control (CG) group. Overall, significant differences were found between groups when stratified by birth weight (χ2 (1) = 6.610; p = 0.037) with low birth weight and macrosomia found more often in the CG (4% vs. 14% and 3% vs. 9%, respectively) and higher admissions to the neonatal intensive care unit (χ2 (1) = 5.075; p = 0.024) in the CG (20/28.6%) compared to the IG (9/13.0). Smoking during pregnancy was also found more often in the CG (12/17.1%) compared to the IG (3/4.4%) (p = 0.016). A virtual program of supervised exercise throughout pregnancy during the ongoing pandemic could help to maintain adequate birth weights, modify maternal smoking habits, and lower admissions to the neonatal intensive care unit.
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- Cristina Silva-Jose
- AFIPE Research Group, Faculty of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences-INEF, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (C.S.-J.); (R.B.)
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- AFIPE Research Group, Faculty of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences-INEF, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (C.S.-J.); (R.B.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-913364120
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- AFIPE Research Group, Faculty of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences-INEF, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (C.S.-J.); (R.B.)
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Hospital Universitario Severo Ochoa de Leganés, 28911 Leganés, Spain;
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- R. Samuel McLaughlin Foundation-Exercise and Pregnancy Lab, School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Children’s Health Research Institute, The University of Western Ontario London, London, ON N6A 3K7, Canada;
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- Sports Department, Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences-INEF, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain;
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Yang X, Zhang J, Wang X, Xu Y, Sun L, Song Y, Bai R, Huang H, Zhang J, Zhang R, Guo E, Gao L. A self-efficacy-enhancing physical activity intervention in women with high-risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus: study protocol for a randomized clinical trial. Trials 2022; 23:461. [PMID: 35668430 PMCID: PMC9169409 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-022-06379-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one of the most common medical disorders in pregnancy. Evidence has demonstrated that moderate-intensity physical activity may reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. However, women at risk of GDM spend most of their time performing sedentary behaviors. Although researchers identified self-efficacy as a mediator to overcome physical activity barriers, exercise intervention during pregnancy based on self-efficacy theory has not been discussed so far. Furthermore, there is conflicting evidence regarding the effects of a physical exercise intervention on the incidence of GDM and other maternal or neonatal outcomes in women at higher risk for GDM. METHODS/DESIGN A single-center, parallel, randomized controlled trial will be conducted in a maternal-child health care center. A total of 244 pregnant women at high risk for GDM will be randomized into a study group receiving a self-efficacy-enhancing physical activity intervention or a control group receiving the usual care. The intervention will consist of four group sessions and everyday reminders by WeChat (Tencent, Shenzhen, China). The program will begin at approximately 13-14+6 gestational weeks and end at 36+6 gestational weeks. The primary outcomes will include the incidence of GDM, blood sugar values, and physical activity. The secondary outcomes will include physical activity self-efficacy, gestational weight gain, maternal outcomes, and neonatal outcomes. DISCUSSION The findings of this research will contribute toward understanding the effects of a self-efficacy theory-oriented physical activity program on the incidence of GDM, blood sugar values, physical activity level, gestational weight gain, physical activity self-efficacy, maternal outcomes, and neonatal outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (CHiCTR) ChiCTR2200056355 . Registered on February 4, 2022.
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- Xiao Yang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province 510080 P.R. China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- Women and Infants Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 74 Zhongshan Road 2, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province 510080 P.R. China
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