2024, Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part B

Introduction: Menopause marks the natural cessation of menstruation and ovarian function, typically occurring between ages 45 and 55, due to decreased estrogen production. It involves significant changes affecting various bodily systems.

Methodology: This quasi-experimental study used a quantitative research approach to assess the impact of a nurse-led intervention on the quality of life in managing post-menopausal problems among women in selected areas of the Ahmednagar district. An informal one-group pretest-posttest design was employed, involving 120 women over 40 years old who met specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, selected through non-probability convenience sampling. The inclusion criteria were women who were post-menopausal for at least 12 months, cognitively able to participate, willing to take part, and proficient in both English and Marathi. Exclusion criteria included women with menstrual disorders, those who had undergone hormone replacement therapy, and those with severe psychiatric disorders or chronic illnesses. The study's assessments included the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life (MENQOL) Questionnaire.

Result: Results showed substantial improvements post-intervention: the proportion of women reporting much or moderately better quality of life increased from 4.17% to 56.67%, and the mean quality of life score rose from 58.15 to 138.25.

Conclusion: These results highlight the intervention's effectiveness in enhancing quality of life among post-menopausal women, emphasizing the potential benefits of targeted nurse-led programs.