Enhancing Nursing Care and Confidence in Early Pregnancy Loss

Author

• Julia L. Herrera, University of the PacificFollow
• Giezy Ahumada, University of the PacificFollow
• Hallie Yanez, University of the PacificFollow
• Katie Cotterell, University of the PacificFollow

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Course Name

Clinical Improvement Project II CAPSTONE

Graduation Year

12-2026

Faculty Advisor

Bethany Sasaki

Abstract

Pregnancy loss is a complex healthcare experience that requires nurses to address both the physical and emotional needs of patients and families. Providing high-quality care during these experiences requires clinical knowledge, effective communication, emotional preparedness, and confidence in supporting patients through loss. This quality improvement project focused on strengthening nursing preparedness for the care of patients experiencing pregnancy loss before 20 weeks gestation through targeted education, standardized resources, and hands-on training. The following sections describe the practice gap that prompted the project, the evidence supporting the selected interventions, and the framework and methods used to guide implementation and evaluation.

Keywords

pregnancy loss, bereavement, nursing care, emotional preparedness

Recommended Citation

Herrera, Julia L.; Ahumada, Giezy; Yanez, Hallie; and Cotterell, Katie, "Enhancing Nursing Care and Confidence in Early Pregnancy Loss" (2026). ELMSN E-Portfolio. A collection of Scholarly and Creative Works. 54.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/nursing-portfolios/54