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Social determinants of health

Social determinants of health are living and access factors that can affect health outcomes and ability to receive care.

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Risk assessment and importance of prenatal care

Risk assessment and importance of prenatal care

What prenatal risk assessment is Prenatal risk assessment is the systematic review of factors that could increase the likelihood of maternal, fetal, or newborn complications. It usually begins at the first prenatal contact with a detailed history, confirmation of gestational age, baseline examination, and appropriate laboratory or imaging tests. Clinicians look at prior pregnancies, medical […]