Guide to Addressing Smoking in Pregnancy

A set of vocabulary flashcards based on key concepts and terms related to addressing smoking in pregnancy, using motivational interviewing techniques.

Smoking in Pregnancy

Refers to the act of a pregnant woman consuming tobacco products, which poses various risks to both the mother and the fetus.

Motivational Interviewing

A counseling approach that helps individuals strengthen their motivation and commitment to change their behavior, particularly related to health.

Risks to the Infant

Health complications that may arise due to maternal smoking, including premature birth, low birth weight, and increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome.

Patient-Centered Approach

A method of communication that emphasizes the patient's perspective and involvement in the decision-making process about their health.

Change Cycle

A model developed by James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente, illustrating the stages individuals go through to change a behavior, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Relapse

The return to smoking after a period of abstinence, which can occur at any stage of the change cycle.

Supportive Counseling

An approach that focuses on providing encouragement and help to individuals seeking to change their smoking behavior.

Empathy in Counseling

The ability of health professionals to understand and share the feelings of pregnant women regarding their smoking habits.

Discrepancy Identification

Highlighting the difference between a patient's beliefs and their behaviors to encourage change, crucial in motivational interviewing.

Open-Ended Questions

Questions that cannot be answered with a simple 'yes' or 'no', encouraging detailed responses that provide insight into the patient's thoughts and feelings.