Experiences of primary health care nurses regarding the promotion of sexual reproductive health communication with grandparents in Tshwane District, Gauteng Province

Christina LM. Mabena, Irene T. Ramavhoya, Dorricah M. Peu, Melitah M. Rasweswe

Abstract

A qualitative, descriptive contextual design study was conducted to explore and describe the experiences of primary health care nurses regarding the promotion of sexual reproductive health communication with grandparents in Tshwane District, Gauteng Province. A non-probability, purposive sampling was used to select 12 Primary Health care nurses based in the Primary health care facilities within Tshwane District. An in-depth interview was used to collect data and Giorgio’s five (5) steps were followed during data analysis. Ethical consideration was adhered to by ensuring confidentiality, anonymity, and privacy. All participants signed the consent form to indicate their willingness to participate in the study. Findings of the study revealed the following themes: Primary health care nurses (PHCNs) experiences of sexual and reproductive health communication, and PHCNs experiences of factors facilitating sexual reproductive health (SRH) communication. From the findings it can then be concluded that PHCNs understand facilitating factors to promote open communication with grandparents regarding SRH. (Afr J Reprod Health 2024; 28 [1]: 53-64).

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