Effect of a Nursing Teaching Protocol on Mastitis Prognosis: Quasi-Experimental Research Design

It was developed by the authors based on previous similar studies, articles and library resources. It was introduced to the study group in the form of face to face sessions plus a hand out copy. It consisted of three parts; (1): Theoretical part about mastitis (definition, types, clinical manifestation, possible causes, diagnosis and management). (2):Self-care practices, and (3):Recommendations regarding dietary measures, rest, medication and follow up.