Maternal and Newborn Health in Clinical Practice Quiz

Test your knowledge on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care. Explore common complications, preventive measures, and maternal health issues.

#1

Which of the following is a common complication during pregnancy?

Preeclampsia
Malaria
Common cold
Toothache
#2

What is the recommended daily intake of folic acid for pregnant women?

200 mcg
400 mcg
800 mcg
1000 mcg
#3

What is the recommended interval for prenatal care visits during a low-risk pregnancy?

Every 2 weeks
Every 4 weeks
Every 6 weeks
Every 8 weeks
#4

What is the Apgar score used to assess?

Maternal blood pressure
Newborn's physical condition
Mother's emotional state
Breastfeeding success
#5

What is the optimal temperature for bathing a newborn?

40°C (104°F)
38°C (100.4°F)
35°C (95°F)
32°C (89.6°F)
#6

Which of the following vaccines should be given to newborns shortly after birth?

Polio vaccine
Influenza vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine
Measles vaccine
#7

What is the term for a baby born before 37 weeks of gestation?

Premature
Post-term
Full-term
Overdue
#8

What is the recommended method for preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV?

Exclusive breastfeeding
Early weaning
Formula feeding
Antiretroviral therapy during pregnancy and delivery
#9

What is the term for the sudden unexplained death of an apparently healthy infant, usually during sleep?

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Infantile colic
Kernicterus
Hydrocephalus
#10

Which of the following is a risk factor for preterm birth?

Multiparity
Regular exercise
Maternal smoking
Healthy diet
#11

Which condition is characterized by excessive crying and fussiness in an otherwise healthy infant?

Colic
Jaundice
Croup
Asthma
#12

Which of the following is a symptom of postpartum depression?

Decreased appetite
Excessive happiness
Loss of interest in activities
Increased energy levels
#13

What is the leading cause of maternal mortality globally?

Hemorrhage
Hypertensive disorders
Infections
Unsafe abortion
#14

What is the primary cause of maternal mortality in developing countries?

Hypertensive disorders
Unsafe abortion
Hemorrhage
Infections

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