Maternity Nursing Q 67
A client LMP began July 5, 2020. Her estimated date of delivery (EDD) should be which of the following?
A. January 2, 2021
B. March 28, 2021
C. April 12, 2021
D. October 12, 2020
Correct Answer: C. April 12, 2021
LMP of the woman is July 5, 2020. Using Naegele’s rule: Add seven days to the first day of the LMP (5+7=12), then subtract three months (July-3 months= April), lastly add 1 year. The EDD will be on April 12, 2021.
Option A: On January 2, 2021, the woman is at 25 weeks gestation.
Option B: On March 28, 2021, the woman is at 38 weeks gestation.
Option D: On October 12, 2020, the woman is at 14 weeks gestation.