Prenatal Care for a normal pregnancy
Promote the health of mom, baby, and family.
Promote good health habits.
Self-care.
Prepare parents for responsibilities of parenthood
How to calculate the expected due date of delivery
Identify the first day of the LNMP, count backwards 3 months, then add 7 days.
Duration is 280 day = 9 months
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Describe the physiological changes of the endocrine system that occurs during pregnancy
Dramatic increase in hormones. Addition of placenta as a temporary endocrine organ. Produce
estrogen and progesterone.
Describe the physiological changes of the reproductive system that occurs during pregnancy
Uterus becomes a temporary abdominal organ. Cervix changes in color and consistency; mucus
plug forms. Ovaries produce progesterone to maintain decidua (uterine lining. Vagina has a
bluish color and is more acidic. Tubercles of Montgomery secrete substance to lubricate nipples.
Describe the physiological changes of the respiratory system that occurs during pregnancy
Oxygen consumption increases by 15%. Diaphragm rises 4 cm (1.6 inches) causing the ribs to
flare. Dyspnea can occur. Swelling of the mucous membranes.
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