NARM Prenatal Care

Question 1

What is the standard prenatal visit schedule for normal pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Monthly until 28wk, biweekly until 36wk, weekly until delivery

Answer

Visit frequency increases as pregnancy progresses.

Question 2

What is gestational diabetes screening?

Accepted Answer

Glucose tolerance test at 24-28 weeks for diabetes developing during pregnancy

Answer

This condition is screened in the second trimester.

Question 3

What are preeclampsia warning signs?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure, proteinuria, headaches, vision changes, sudden swelling

Answer

This condition involves hypertension with multiple symptoms.

Question 4

What supplements are essential during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid, iron, calcium, prenatal vitamins

Answer

Several nutrients prevent defects and support fetal development.

Question 5

What is Group B Strep screening?

Accepted Answer

Test at 35-37 weeks for bacteria that could infect baby during birth

Answer

Late-pregnancy test identifies bacteria affecting the baby during delivery.

(NARM) North American Registry of Midwives Practice Test