35. Teen Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Problems with teens and healthcare
A
- limited experience seeking healthcare
- need assistance negotiating health care system
- potential embarrassment regarding discussion of reproductive health
- potential knowledge deficit about reproductive health
2
Q
There has been an overall decrease in birthrate for teens due to what?
A
- possible decrease in sexual activity
- improved contraception
- contraception covered by ACA (except agencies where it is against their religion)
- long-acting reversible contraception
3
Q
why do pregnant teens delay seeking help?
A
- fail to recognize signs of pregnancy
- falsely hope the pregnancy will just go away
- keep pregnancy a secret from family members
4
Q
8 special issues caring for pregnant teens
A
- violence
- initiation of prenatal care
- low-birth- weight infants and preterm delivery
- nutrition
- infant care
- repeat pregnancy
- schooling and educational needs
- paternity
5
Q
barriers to teens seeking prenatal care
A
- real or perceived costs
- denial of pregnancy
- fear of telling parents
- transportation
- dislike of provider’s care
- offensive attitudes among clinic staff toward pregnant teens
6
Q
consequences of repeat teen pregnancies
A
poorer birth, educational and economic outcomes
7
Q
What is WIC?
A
food assistance program for woman, infants, and children; helps pregnant women and new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy
8
Q
Who qualifies for WIC?
A
- pregnant, breastfeeding, or just had a baby
- infants and children under 5 y/o (including foster children)
- families w/ a low to medium income
9
Q
Benefits of WIC
A
- special checks to buy healthy food
- information about nutrition and health
- information and help with breastfeeding
- help find health care and other services in the area
- provide home visit prior to and after delivery
10
Q
5 Illinois laws about teen pregnancies
A
- minor is under age of 18
- children at age 12 can obtain birth control without parent consent
- IL requires health education but does not specify sex education (if sex ed - abstinence or interruption)
- age 17 is age of consent for sex
- a parent of a minor must be notified 48 hours prior to adolescent having an abortion or go through a judge
