URBANO, NICOLLE ELLEIZZA MAE C.

BSN 2 YA-4

Predicting Birth Weight: Relative Importance of Sociodemographic, Medical, and Prenatal Care
Variables (COMBS-ORME, T; RISLEY-CURTISS, C.; TAYLOR, R, 2020)
This study provides support for prenatal care as a predictor of birth weight. Although the absolute
effects were relatively small, the control for certain, largely unmodified factors and the indication that
women at high risk of delivering low-birth-weight babies due to medical problems show particular
benefit from prenatal care suggest that it can be important.

1. Base on the conclusion of the study, prenatal care lessen the risk for low-birth-weight infant.
Aside from that, what can be prevented if a pregnant woman will have her regular prenatal
checkup?
- The risk can be reduced through prenatal care by lowering the possibility of pregnancy
problems. maintaining a safe and balanced food, as well as performing the recommended
activities on a regular basis. Avoiding exposure to radiation and drugs that are thought to be
toxic can help reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy and support the growth and
health of the fetus. In order to prevent and avoid major problems and their repercussions, it's
crucial to manage pre-existing illnesses like high blood pressure and diabetes.

Reduce the risk of problems for the fetus and baby. It has been established that drinking alcohol
and smoking during pregnancy raises the risk of SIDS. The risk of fetal alcohol spectrum
disorders is also increased by alcohol consumption. These conditions may result in a wide range
of illnesses and problems, including abnormal facial features, small heads, poor memory,
intellectual disability, poor coordination, and even heart, bone, or kidney issues. The most
recent research, funded by the NIH, indicates that even low levels of prenatal alcohol
consumption can result in these and other long-term issues.

2. As a student nurse, how will you encourage a pregnant woman to have her regular prenatal check
up?
- As a student nurse. I am empowered to promote healthy habits among prospective mothers.
These assist in the primary care that will provide in promoting healthy outcomes for gestating
mothers and newborn babies. The most powerful tool available for promoting wellness among
this patient population is prenatal education. Encouraging pregnant women for regular
checkups will help them to prevent complications and inform women about important steps
they can take to protect their infant and ensure a healthy pregnancy.