Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client at first prenatal appointment, first day of last menstrual period was September 17A nurse is collecting data from a client at their first prenatal appointment. The client reports that the first day of their last menstrual period was September 17. Which of the following accurately represents the client's estimated date of delivery using Naegele's Rule?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Using Naegele's rule (LMP + 1 year - 3 months + 7 days), September 17 becomes: September 17 next year, subtract 3 months = June 17, add 7 days = June 24.