Question

As a result of her high risk status, a variety of additional assessment measures are emphasized during her prenatal period to evaluate the status of her fetus. Identify these additional assessment measures and their relevance in a diabetic pregnancy.

Answer 1

Answer:

The additional assessment measures for a diabetic pregnancy will lead to some very  important points which includes a screening test during second trimester between the time period of 24 to 28 weeks of pregnancy.

Explanation:

Firstly this type of pregnancy in  which diabetes is diagnosed is been referred as Gestational diabetes.

If someone is at an average risk of the gestational diabetes there will be a screening test which will be done in 24 to 28 weeks of pregnancy i.e. in its second trimester.

Their is a routinue screening for this gestational diabetes which includes:

• Initial glucose challenge test
• Follow-up glucose tolerance screening test

TREATMENT:

The treatment includes:

• Changes in lifestyle
• Medication
• Blood sugar control

A. lifestyle changes:  

• It includes your changes in lifestyle i.e. how you eat and move which is very important for keeping your blood sugar control in a healthy range.
• Healthy diet
• Do regular physical activity.

B. Medication: It includes oral medicines as well as insulin injections to take control of your blood sugar.

C. Monitoring of your blood sugar should be done four or five times in a day

D. Proper regular checkup and growth of your baby should be keenly observed.