Background of the Study
Rural health initiatives are essential for addressing health disparities in underserved areas, particularly in low-income countries like Nigeria. Nurses, as integral members of healthcare teams, play a vital role in implementing rural health programs aimed at improving health outcomes in these communities. At the Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, a variety of rural health initiatives are being implemented to address issues such as maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and chronic health conditions, but the involvement of nurses in these initiatives has not been thoroughly assessed.
Research shows that nurse-led interventions in rural areas can have a significant impact on health outcomes, including improving maternal and child health, enhancing disease prevention efforts, and providing better chronic disease management (Oluwaseun et al., 2024). These initiatives are critical for improving healthcare access and ensuring that even the most remote populations benefit from essential health services. However, the level of nurses' involvement and their effectiveness in these rural health initiatives at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, has not been sufficiently explored. This study aims to examine the role of nurses in rural health initiatives, their contributions to improving health outcomes, and the challenges they face in providing care to rural populations.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the importance of rural health initiatives in addressing health disparities, many rural populations in Nigeria continue to experience poor health outcomes due to limited access to healthcare services, a shortage of healthcare providers, and poor infrastructure (Olowu & Bello, 2023). Nurses at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, are actively involved in rural health interventions, yet their role in these initiatives remains underexplored. This research seeks to understand the impact of nurses’ involvement in rural health initiatives and provide recommendations for improving the effectiveness of these interventions.
Objectives of the Study
Research Questions
Research Hypotheses
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on the role of nurses in rural health initiatives at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina, examining both the positive outcomes and challenges associated with these initiatives. Limitations include the difficulty of measuring the direct impact of nurses' involvement in rural health outcomes and potential variability in rural healthcare needs.
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