Nurse Midwife how-to
How to Conduct a Prenatal Visit
Prenatal visits track mother and baby.
Quick answer
Prenatal visits track mother and baby. In short: check; measure; listen, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Check blood pressure and weight.
Measure fundal height.
Listen to fetal heart tones.
Ask about symptoms and movement.
Order screenings due.
Answer questions and plan next visit.
Safety reminders for nurse midwifes
- Follow infection control
- Monitor for obstetric emergencies
- Practice emergency drills
- Know when to consult or transfer care
Key terms
CNM · Prenatal care · Postpartum · Effacement · Dilation · Fetal heart tones: see the full nurse midwife glossary.