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Supporting factors in using a smartphone to support access maternal health services in rural Indonesia: a qualitative study
Mustopa1, Kamaliah Binti Mohammad Noh2, Muhammad Hafizurrachman3.
Introduction: Lack of availability of health workers, poor infrastructure, vast geographical area, and unafford- able transportation costs are limiting factors for the utilization of maternal health services in developing countries. However, the high penetration of smart phones and internet usage provides an opportunity to increase access to healthcare. The purpose of this study was to explore the supporting factors in the use of smart phones as a medium for health services delivery for pregnant women in rural Indonesia. Methods: A qualitative study with a case study design was conducted in 2018 in rural area involving 16 pregnant women with smart phones and 6 village midwives. This study used purposive sampling and in-depth interviews of individual respondent using a semi structured interview guide, following which a thematic analysis was conducted. Results: We found 4 main themes, namely smart phone ownership, understanding the benefits and functions of smart phone, the pattern of using smart phone and access to internet networks as well as 11 minor themes. The study found that most of the pregnant women had a smart phones and internet access, and able to use them in daily activities. Conclusion: Despite the significant efforts made to develop and expand health services for pregnant women in rural areas, the coverage for maternal health services at health centers is still low. Access to antenatal care in rural areas can be improved via smart phones equipped with health applications developed in accordance with social characteristics.
Affiliation:
- Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Komunikasi Indonesia Maju, Jalan Harapan No. 50 Lenteng Agung, South Jakarta, 12610, Indonesia
- University of Cyberjaya, Persiaran Bestari, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
- Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Indonesia Maju Indonesia, Jalan Harapan No. 50 Lentang Agung, South Jakarta 12610, Indonesia
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MyJurnal (2021) |
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3 |
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0.000 |
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Scopus 2020 |
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CiteScore (0.2) |
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Q4 (Medicine (all)) |
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SJR (0.144) |
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