Safe Motherhood Program Evaluation: Theory and Practice

摘要: Debate on the evaluation of safe motherhood programs has mainly focused outcome or process measure to be used. Less attention is paid application different approaches evaluation. This article reviews current theories and provides examples extent which these have been applied in actual practice Most evaluations use multiple methods approaches, but rationale intention behind choices are often not made explicit. Factors identified that need taken into consideration when planning conducting program evaluations. Safe complex interventions, requiring by theoretical methods. Awareness will allow health professionals plan for findings more effectively. If cognizant evaluation, frameworks can developed improve assessment effectiveness programs.