Impact of Inpatient Patient-Provider Language Concordance on Exclusive Breastfeeding Rates Postpartum

• Published in: American journal of perinatology
• Main Authors: Abbate, Alexandra M, Saucedo, Alexander M, Ghartey, Jeny, López, Julia, Alvarez, Miriam, Hall, Emily, Avshman, Elaine, Okafor, Odera, Olshavsky, Megan, Harper, Lorie M, Cahill, Alison G
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 29.08.2024

Studies outside of obstetrics suggest that patient-provider language concordance may impact the efficacy of educational interventions and overall patient satisfaction. Many pregnant patients who present to the hospital for delivery with initial plans to exclusively breastfeed ultimately leave the ho...