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Conceptualizing factors impacting nutrition services coverage of treatment for acute malnutrition in children - an application of the Three Delays Model in Niger | Journal Article / Research | MSF Science Portal
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Conceptualizing factors impacting nutrition services coverage of treatment for acute malnutrition in children - an application of the Three Delays Model in Niger

Kodish SR, Allen BGS, Salou H, Schwendler TR, Isanaka S

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Abstract
OBJECTIVE
The Three Delays Model is a conceptual model traditionally used to understand contributing factors of maternal mortality. It posits that most barriers to health services utilization occur in relation to one of three delays: Delay 1: delayed decision to seek care; Delay 2: delayed arrival at health facility; Delay 3: delayed provision of adequate care. We applied this model to understand why a community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) services may have low coverage.

DESIGN
We conducted a Semi-Quantitative Evaluation of Access and Coverage (SQUEAC) over three phases using mixed methods to estimate program coverage and barriers to care. In this manuscript, we present findings from 51 semi-structured interviews with caregivers and program staff, as well as 72 structured interviews among caregivers only. Recurring themes were organized and interpreted using the Three Delays Model.

SETTING
Madaoua, Niger.

PARTICIPANTS
123 caregivers and CMAM program staff.

RESULTS
Overall, 11 barriers to CMAM services were identified in this setting. Five barriers contribute to Delay 1, including lack of knowledge around malnutrition and CMAM services, as well as limited family support, variable screening services, and alternative treatment options. High travel costs, far distances, poor roads, and competing demands were challenges associated with accessing care (Delay 2). Finally, upon arrival to health facilities, differential caregiver experiences around quality of care contributed to Delay 3.

CONCLUSIONS
The Three Delays Model was a useful model to conceptualize the factors associated with CMAM uptake in this context, enabling implementing agencies to address specific barriers through targeted activities.

Countries

Niger

Subject Area

vaccinationmalnutrition

Languages

English
DOI
10.1017/S1368980021004286
Published Date
08 Oct 2021
PubMed ID
34620262
Journal
Public Health Nutrition
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 1, Issue 21
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