. How will you prepare Jan for the amniocentesis?

. How will you prepare Jan for the amniocentesis?

Case Study: Jan (4-2-1-0-2), age 42 is 18 weeks pregnant. Her primary health care provider has suggested an amniocentesis because of her age and a family history of a genetic disorder, both of which place Jan’s fetus at risk for genetic anomalies. Jan’s blood type is A negative and her partner’s, the father of her baby, is B positive. Describe the nurse’s role in terms of each of the following.
1. How will you prepare Jan for the amniocentesis?
2. What measures will you implement to support Jan during the procedure?
3. List the important post procedure care and instructions.
4. What are the indicators for the use of amniocentesis during pregnancy?