Ultrasound & Fetal Monitoring
Care Before the Procedure
- Wear loose clothing to allow abdominal access.
- Drink water before abdominal ultrasound unless instructed .
- Bring previous scans and medical reports for comparison.
- Inform the consult doctor of any current medications or complications or any previous scan report that shows any abnormalities.
Care During the Procedure
- Lie still as instructed for accurate imaging and monitoring.
- Follow the breathing or positioning directions for optimal visualization.
- Communicate any discomfort during the procedure to the staff.
- Remain relaxed to ensure clear fetal images.
Care After the Procedure
- Resume normal activities immediately after the scan.
- Review results with the obstetrician for next steps.
- Schedule follow-up scans as recommended based on gestational progress.
- Monitor for any unusual symptoms and report promptly.
Eligibility
- All pregnant women require periodic ultrasounds for fetal growth and development assessment.
- High-risk pregnancies need more frequent imaging to monitor complications.
- Women with abnormal findings, or suspected anomalies require detailed scans.
- Ultrasound is essential for evaluating the placenta, amniotic fluid, and multiple pregnancies.
- Wear loose clothing to allow abdominal access.
- Drink water before abdominal ultrasound unless instructed .
- Bring previous scans and medical reports for comparison.
- Inform the consult doctor of any current medications or complications or any previous scan report that shows any abnormalities.
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