Cambridge National Child Development RO18.2

Which professional looks after women throughout pregnancy and birth?

• midwives

• obstetricians

• GPs (normal doctors)

• gynaecologists

Which professional supports pregnant women with medical conditions or complicated delivery in the last stages of pregnancy and birth?

• midwives

• obstetricians

• GPs (normal doctors)

• gynaecologists

Which professional supports pregnant women with medical issues in the first stages of pregnancy?

• midwives

• obstetricians

• GPs (normal doctors)

• gynaecologists

Which professional is the first person that the woman should go to if they think they are pregnant?

• midwives

• obstetricians

• GPs (normal doctors)

• gynaecologists

Which of these is a reason to have antenatal and parenting classes? (tick all that apply)

• Preparing for a safe pregnancy and delivery

• Preparation of both parents for labour and parenthood

• The role of the partner in supporting the mother

• Promoting a healthy lifestyle and breastfeeding

• All of the above

Why are women weighed during pregnancy? (tick all correct answers)

• If the woman gains too much weight, it can be a sign of an illness

• If the woman gains too little weight, it can be a sign that the baby has stopped growing

• Women always gain weight during pregnancy and need helpt getting it back off

• Too much fat is bad for the baby

Why are blood tests done on pregnant women? (tick all the correct answers)

• To check for medical conditions like anemia and high blood sugar (diabetes)

• To find out the blood group in case a transfusion is needed

• To find out if the woman is immune to German Measles

• To check for medical conditions like Hepatitis B and C or HIV

• To check if the mother can give blood

Why is a pregnant woman's blood pressure regularly checked?

• To check for pre-eclampsia

• To check for diabetes

• To check for anemia

• To check for HIV

Why is a pregnant woman's urine tested throughout pregnancy? (tick all the correct answers)

• To check for an infection

• To check for pre-eclampsia

• To check for HIV

• To check for diabetes

Why is the cervix examined throughout pregnancy?

• To check how soft the cervix is

• To check if the cervix is opening

• To check how far the baby has descended

• To check which way the baby is facing

• To check if the cervix has changed colour