ANTENATAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMME

A ONE DAY ANTENATAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMME WAS SUCCESSFULLY ORGANISED BY P G COLLEGE OF NURSING, BHILAI
The Department of Community Health Nursing, PG College of Nursing, organized an Antenatal Health Assessment and Health Education Programme on 9th July 2026 at the Primary Health Centre (PHC), Health and Wellness Centre, Machandur, under the guidance and supervision of Dr. P. L. Bhagat, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and all staff of PHC. The programme was conducted by the B.Sc. Nursing Seventh Semester students under the guidance of the faculty members of the Community Health Nursing Department.

A total of 40 students actively participated in the programme. The faculty members accompanying the students were Dr. Jaya Chakraborty (Head of the Department) of Community Health Nursing; Mrs. Chandrakala Lilhare; Mrs. Rincy Mary; Mrs. Neha Ronald Emmanuel, Assistant Professor; Mrs. Kanchan, Mrs. Roma, Lecturer; and Mrs. Arpana, Clinical Instructor.

During the visit, 15 antenatal mothers attended the Health and Wellness Centre. The students conducted comprehensive assessments, including history taking and physical examination of the pregnant women.

The students provided health education regarding the importance of iron-rich diets, prevention and management of anaemia, regular antenatal check-ups, iron and folic acid supplementation, personal hygiene, and proper nutrition during pregnancy.

One high-risk pregnancy case was identified during the assessment and requiring close monitoring and specialized care.

The programme mainly focused on maternal health promotion, early identification of high-risk pregnancies, and providing appropriate health education to ensure better maternal and fetal outcomes. The visit also enhanced the practical knowledge, clinical skills, and community exposure of the nursing students.

The programme concluded successfully with active participation of all PHC sfaffs, nursing students, faculty members of College and antenatal mothers.