Maternal-Newborn: Chapter 6 – Antepartal Testing & Fetal Well-Being

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we dive into Chapter 6, which focuses on antepartal testing and how nurses evaluate fetal health during pregnancy. You’ll learn about screening and diagnostic tools like ultrasounds, biophysical profiles, nonstress tests, contraction stress tests, and amniocentesis. We’ll also cover indications for high-risk monitoring and how to interpret and explain results to patients. Whether you’re in OB clinicals or preparing for exams, this episode connects nursing responsibilities to real-world decisions in prenatal care.