Antenatal Midwifery Care For Mrs. “F” Gip0a0 with Chronic Energy Deficiency at Bungi Health Center

Abstract

Background:Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) in pregnancy begins with the risk of CED and is characterized by low energy reserves, as measured by Upper Arm Circumference (LILA) below 23.5 cm. Objective: To provide midwifery care to Mrs. “F” (G1P1A0) who experiences chronic energy deficiency at Bungi Health Center, BauBau City. Subject: The subject of this research is a pregnant woman, namely Mrs. “F” who experiences Chronic Energy Deficiency problems. Method: This research uses a case study approach with Varney's 7 step management and SOAP. Results: Subjective data shows Mrs. F, 23 years old, 20 weeks 5 days pregnant, complained of lack of appetite and tired quickly when doing activities. Objective data shows LILA measurements: 20.5 cm, body weight (BB): 43 kg, and blood pressure (BP): 110/0 mmHg. Analysis shows Mrs. F experiences chronic energy deficiency. Management is carried out in collaboration with nutrition officers to provide Supplementary Food (PMT) to pregnant women with KEK. Conclusion: After being given PMT, Mrs. F increased from 43 kg to 44.5 kg, and LILA from 20.5 cm to 21.3 cm. Suggestion: Health professionals are expected to maximize the implementation of comprehensive midwifery care to provide more effective services and improve the quality of midwifery services.