Raj. CHO -2025
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Easy
What is the recommended interval for antenatal visits between 28 to 36 weeks?
Appeared in: Raj. CHO -2025
Explanation
- The standard of care for uncomplicated pregnancies involves increasing the frequency of antenatal visits as the pregnancy advances into the third trimester.
- Between 28 and 36 weeks of gestation, the recommended interval for these visits is every two weeks, which is also known as biweekly.
- This increased frequency allows for closer monitoring of maternal blood pressure, urine protein, fundal height, and fetal well-being.
- It is critical for the early detection of common third-trimester complications such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
Why Other Options Were Wrong
- Option B: An interval of every 4 weeks is too infrequent for the 28-36 week period, as risks for complications begin to rise, requiring closer surveillance.
- Option C: Monthly visits are the same as every 4 weeks and are not frequent enough for monitoring during the early third trimester.
- Option D: Weekly visits are more frequent than necessary for an uncomplicated pregnancy between 28 and 36 weeks.
Related Visual
- Visual 1: Timeline Chart - An infographic illustrating the recommended frequency of antenatal visits throughout the three trimesters of pregnancy, highlighting the change in intervals at 28 weeks and 36 weeks.
Clinical Relevance
- Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain The question tests the knowledge of the standard recommended schedule for antenatal care (ANC) visits during a specific period of pregnancy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
- Adhering to the recommended antenatal visit schedule is a cornerstone of preventive maternal and child healthcare. It enables early identification and management of risks, significantly improving outcomes.
- Nurses play a vital role in educating patients about the importance of this schedule and what to expect at each visit, fostering patient adherence and engagement.
- This schedule is a guideline for low-risk pregnancies. Any high-risk factor (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, multiple gestation, advanced maternal age) necessitates a more frequent and individualized visit schedule determined by the healthcare provider.
How to Approach the Question
- First, identify the core question, which asks for the specific time interval for antenatal visits.
- Next, note the key parameter given in the stem: the gestational period of '28 to 36 weeks'.
- Recall the standard, traditional schedule of antenatal care for an uncomplicated pregnancy. This schedule changes at specific gestational milestones.
- Mentally review the schedule: monthly until 28 weeks, biweekly from 28 to 36 weeks, and weekly from 36 weeks until delivery.
- Match the timeframe in the question (28-36 weeks) with the correct interval from the recalled schedule (biweekly).
- Select the option that corresponds to 'every two weeks' or 'biweekly'.
Concept Tested & Keywords
- Concept Tested: The question tests the knowledge of the standard recommended schedule for antenatal care (ANC) visits during a specific period of pregnancy.
- Stem keywords: antenatal visits, interval, 28 to 36 weeks
- Lead-in keywords: What is
Question ID
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Reference Book
E6 Comprehensive Textbook of Community Health Nursing 2nd Edition Shyamala D part 1 (pp 26-389 of 389) p. 26-286
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