Antenatal Booking History Flashcards
1
Q
Purpose of a booking history?
A
- build a mother-midwife bond
- talk about risks
- to answer any questions
- to discuss birth plan
- calculate due date
2
Q
Where can a booking appointment happen?
A
- GP
- birth centre
- home
3
Q
What happens in the initial consultation?
A
- baby development
- nutrition, supplements ( vit D )
- screenings, benefits and risks
- workshops
4
Q
What medical history is required?
A
- any diseases/ infections
- any bodily trauma
- mental health
-FGM - family history
5
Q
What is obstetric history?
A
Any complications during previous pregnancies and births
6
Q
Why is knowing someone obstetric history important?
A
Indicators of potential further complications/needs
7
Q
Examples of obstetric history:
A
- tears
- c sections
- abortions and miscarriages
- breech births and instrumental births
8
Q
When should babies first move in pregnancy?
A
16-24 weeks
Can feel like a swish, roll or flutter
9
Q
How long should babies move up till?
A
Right up to and during Labour
10
Q
What to blood tests screen for?
A
- STDs
- Hep B, HIV
- anaemia
- Down’s syndrome
