Antenatal Care-Knowledge of Spouses of Pregnant Women

Antenatal care- knowledge of spouses of pregnant women Lt Col Geeta R , Maj Kiran Singh, Maj Rekha Kumari , Capt Seena Mathew, Capt Divya Sunny Martina, Capt Unice Lunglo Background: Good knowledge and positive attitude of spouses of pregnant women regarding antenatal care gives best outcome. Aim: To assess the knowledge and attitude of spouses of pregnant women regarding antenatal care. Method: cross sectional descriptive survey design study from Dec 2018 to Jan 2019. 50 samples were taken from spouses of pregnant women attending ANC OPD and admitted to maternity ward in a territiary care centre. Result: Most of the (80%) had average knowledge and 96 % had positive attitude about antenatal care. No significant association between the knowledge and socio demographic variables. Conclusion : By improving the health of mother , we contribute to the health of general population. So spouses need to be motivated with more educational and motivational programs on ANC at health centers. Keywords : Knowledge, Attitude, Spouses, Pregnant women, Antenatal care.