Table of Contents
Abstract
Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1.6 Significance of the Study
1.7 Scope of the Study
1.8 Limitations of the Study
1.9 Organization of the Study
1.10 Definition of Terms
1.10.1 Prevalence
1.10.2 Anemia in Pregnancy
1.10.3 Risk Factors
1.10.4 Antenatal Clinic
1.10.5 Parity
1.10.6 Iron Deficiency Anemia
1.10.7 Sobi Specialist Hospital, Kwara State
References
Chapter Two: Review of Related Literature
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Theoretical Review
2.2.1 Health Belief Model
2.2.2 Social Determinants of Health Theory
2.2.3 Ecological Systems Theory
2.2.4 Nutritional Deficiency Theory
2.3 Conceptual Review
2.3.1 Overview of Key Concepts
2.3.2 Etiology and Pathophysiology of Maternal Anemia
2.3.3 Prevalence of Anemia in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa
2.3.4 Nutritional Risk Factors: Diet, Iron Intake and Supplementation
2.3.5 Infectious Causes: Malaria, Helminths and HIV
2.3.6 Obstetric and Reproductive Factors
2.3.7 Socioeconomic and Demographic Determinants
2.3.8 Health System and Antenatal Care Factors
2.3.9 Cultural Practices, Beliefs and Dietary Taboos
2.3.10 Diagnostic Criteria, Screening Methods and Data Quality Issues
2.4 Empirical Review
2.5 Summary of Literature Review
References
Chapter Three: Research Methodology
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Population of the Study
3.4 Sample Size Determination
3.5 Sampling Technique
3.6 Research Instruments
3.6.1 Questionnaire
3.6.2 Laboratory Investigation
3.7 Validity of the Instrument
3.8 Reliability of the Instrument
3.9 Data Collection Procedure
3.10 Data Analysis Techniques
3.10.1 Descriptive Statistics
3.10.2 Inferential Statistics
3.10.3 Hypothesis Testing
3.11 Ethical Considerations
3.12 Limitations of the Methodology
3.13 Summary of Methodology
Chapter Four: Data Analysis and Interpretation
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Socio-Demographic Characteristics of Respondents
4.3 Obstetric and Reproductive Characteristics of Respondents
4.4 Prevalence of Anemia Among Respondents
4.5 Severity of Anemia Among Respondents
4.6 Socio-Demographic Risk Factors Associated with Anemia
4.7 Nutritional Risk Factors Associated with Anemia
4.8 Obstetric Risk Factors Associated with Anemia
4.9 Malaria Infection and Anemia
4.10 Perception and Practices Related to Anemia Prevention
4.11 Test of Hypothesis
4.12 Discussion of Findings
4.13 Summary of Findings
Chapter Five: Summary, Conclusion and Recommendations
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Summary of the Study
5.3 Summary of Major Findings
5.4 Conclusion
5.5 Recommendations
5.5.1 Recommendations for Healthcare Providers
5.5.2 Recommendations for Policymakers
5.5.3 Recommendations for Community Stakeholders
5.6 Contribution to Knowledge
5.7 Suggestions for Further Research
5.8 Limitations of the Study
5.9 Implications for Policy and Practice
Research Questionnaire
Section A: Socio-Demographic Characteristics
Section B: Obstetric and Reproductive History
Section C: Nutritional and Dietary Practices
Section D: Malaria and Infection History
Section E: Knowledge and Perception of Anemia Prevention
Section F: Laboratory Investigation
Section G: Additional Information
