Aims of Antenatal Consultations
Not yet clinically reviewed
This protocol was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia and Ward Guide apps for educational use. Follow your hospital's own policies and consult seniors when in doubt.
- Screening for and management of pathologies: hypertension, anemia, TORCH infections particularly Rubella, Malaria, Syphilis, UTI, HIV infection, Malnutrition, Vitamin and micronutrient, etc.
- Screening for and management of obstetric complications: Uterine scar, Abnormal presentation, Premature rupture of membranes, Multiple pregnancy, Metrorrhagia, etc.
- Routine prevention of maternal and neonatal tetanus, anemia, mother-to-child HIV transmission, Malaria, etc.
- Devising a birth plan; counselling; preparation for birth.