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DOI: https://doi.org/10.52163/yhc.v66iCD10.2658
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Vol. 66 No. CĐ10-HNKH Trường ĐH Phenikaa
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Vân, H. L., & Oanh, N. T. K. (2025). 44. NURSING IN ETHNIC MINORITY COMMUNITIES: AN EXPLORATORY QUALITATIVE STUDY ON CHILD MARRIAGE. Vietnam Journal of Community Medicine, 66(CĐ10-HNKH Trường ĐH Phenikaa). https://doi.org/10.52163/yhc.v66iCD10.2658

44. NURSING IN ETHNIC MINORITY COMMUNITIES: AN EXPLORATORY QUALITATIVE STUDY ON CHILD MARRIAGE

Hoang Lan Van1, Nguyen Thi Kieu Oanh2
1 Faculty of Nursing, Phenikaa University
2 VinUni University

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Abstract

Objectives: Child marriage reflects gender inequality and poor access to adolescent reproductive health in ethnic communities. This study explored perceptions of child marriage and the role of nurses in community-based prevention.


Methods: An explorative qualitative study was conducted in Moc Chau with 21 participants. Using Braun & Clarke’s framework.


Results: The study results showed that child marriage is normalized among Hmong people. Barriers include limited knowledge, language, and communication taboos.


Conclusion: Nurses are well-positioned to intervene but require better support. Strengthening nursing capacity and intersectoral collaboration is essential for effective prevention.

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Keywords

Early marriage, Ethnic minorities, Adolescent reproductive health, Community nursing, Health education and communication.

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