Table 4 Changes in scores for management of breastfeeding problems after training
From: Multiprofessional training for breastfeeding management in primary care in the UK
Breastfeeding management problem | Mean Score before training | Mean Score after training | Wilcoxon p value |
|---|---|---|---|
Appropriate advice for mastitis (Continue to feed on both breasts) | 89% appropriate | 100% appropriate | 2.0 0.046 |
Appropriate advice for breast milk insufficiency (Increase breastfeeding frequency and seek expert help) (max score = 3) | 2.6 | 2.5 | 1.0 0.317 |
Correct symptoms to indicate a poorly attached baby (very frequent feeding, mother has sore nipples/repeated engorgement/mastitis).(max score = 4) | 3.1 | 3.7 | 3.12 0.002 |
Resolution of sore nipples (check for nipple thrush, apply breast milk, seek expert help with attachment, apply lanolin to cracked nipples).(max score = 4) | 2.5 | 3.0 | 3.35 0.001 |
Correct symptoms of nipple thrush (pink, sensitive, tender, cracked nipples; shooting, burning pains in the breast).(max score = 3) | 2.2 | 2.7 | 2.98 0.003 |