Kelly, age 23, is in her first trimester of her first pregnancy. Kelly comes to the OB clinic, accompanied by her 49-year-old mother, seeking prenatal care. The clinic nurse informs Kelly that she can be seen by either the OB-GYN or the certified nurse midwife (CNM). Kelly likes the idea of a natural delivery with a CNM. However, you overhear her mother say, “Since you have health insurance, you don’t have to settle for a midwife.” (Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6) a. Discuss the educational requirements and scope of practice of a CNM. b. Under what conditions should Kelly receive prenatal care by the OB-GYN? c. Why do you think her mother views midwifery care as “settling”?
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