The Purpose of the Prenatal Record Is to

question 27

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the prenatal record is to

• A) provide information on the past health status of the patient.
• B) identify high-risk patients.
• C) provide information on the present health status of the patient.
• D) serve as a flow sheet for prenatal visits.
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Misleading Information

Incorrect or twisted information which leads to false impressions or conclusions.

Motivated Forgetting

A psychological process in which individuals subconsciously or consciously block out memories or information that is painful, embarrassing, or otherwise unpleasant.

Anxiety-Arousing Memories

Psychological phenomena where past memories cause significant distress due to their disturbing nature.

Conscious Awareness

is the state of being aware of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, and actions.