Mbombo, NomafrenchBazirete, Oliva2014-11-172024-11-072014-11-172024-11-072014https://hdl.handle.net/10566/19024Magister Curationis - MCurThe present study examined the extent of utilization of partogram among nurses and midwives in Rwamagana health facilities located in the eastern province of Rwanda. The study specifically sought to; assess knowledge and use of partogram among nurses and midwives in Rwamagana health facilities, to identify the challenges facing nurses and midwives with regards to the utilization of partogram in the health facilities and to determine factors influencing the use of partogram among nurses and midwives in Rwamagana health facilities. Patricia Benner’s model of nursing practice was used to guide this studyenCompetenceKnowledgeLabourMaternal mortality ratioMidwifeNurseObstetrical care providerPartogramPartographSkillsThesisUniversity of the Western Cape