antenatal Clinics Flashcards
1
Q
What is an antenatal clinic
A
where health professionals take care of mother while pregnant
2
Q
Main health professionals at antenatal clinics
A
Midwife
GP
Obstetrician
3
Q
Midwife and GP will check for
A
Wight
Blood pressure/blood tests
Urine
Baby’s heartbeat
Options for pregnancy care
Advice on diet and exercise options
4
Q
When should your first midwife appointment be
A
10 weeks
5
Q
What should have happened before your first midwife appointment
A
Routine tests
6
Q
What do routine tests test for
A
Down’s syndrome
Edward’s syndrome
sickle cell disease
Thalasseamia
11 rare conditions
7
Q
What information will the mother be provided
A
Folic acid supplements
Nutrition and diet
Life style choices
Antenatal screening and diagnosis tests
