The Role of Continuity of Care (CoC) in Supporting Pregnant Women at Risk of Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) in Improving Nutritional Status: A Case Report
Sayyidati Tazkiya Alfina, Arin Tri Wahyu Setyowati, Aulia Az Zahra Wuni, Andriyanti, and Ratna Dwi Jayanti*
Abstract
Background: Nutritional issues in pregnant women occur during the 1,000 Days of Life (HPK) period. If nutritional problems during pregnancy are not addressed, they can disrupt fetal development. The government has undertaken efforts such as providing supplementary feeding (PMT). This PMT activity should also be accompanied by nutritional education to promote behavioral change. Midwives are among the healthcare professionals who can provide comprehensive support. This support is aimed at optimizing continuous midwifery care, with the expectation of reducing the impact of Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) on both pregnant women and their fetuses. Methods: This case report is compiled using a descriptive method with a case study approach. The researcher supported Continuity of Care (CoC) to one patient in the working area of the Surabaya Community Health Center, from the pregnancy period through to the postpartum period and the newborn phase. Case Presentation: A 20-year-old pregnant woman was identified as at risk for Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) due to a measurement of Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) < 23.5 cm. The woman received continuous support, including monitoring her intake of prenatal vitamins, Antenatal Care (ANC) support, counseling, and nutritional education. By the end of the pregnancy, there was an increase in her MUAC, and she was no longer at risk of CED. Conclusion: With support in the form of monitoring and holistic, comprehensive, and collaborative midwifery care from the beginning of pregnancy, optimal care targets can be achieved. The role of support throughout the pregnancy and postpartum period has been carried out effectively, resulting in the mother being free from the risk of Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) and the baby not experiencing Low Birth Weight (LBW).
Keywords
maternal health; nutritional status; antenatal care; pregnancy; women; chronic energy deficiency
Cite This Article
Alfina, S. T., Setyowati, A. T. W., Wuni, A. A. Z., Andriyanti, Jayanti, R. D. (2024). The Role of Continuity of Care (CoC) in Supporting Pregnant Women at Risk of Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) in Improving Nutritional Status: A Case Report. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 5| Issue 5: Sep-Oct 2024, Pages 888-893, URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Volume5-Issue5-Sep-Oct-No.662-888-893.pdf
Volume 5 | Issue 5: Sep-Oct 2024
