#1
What is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide?
Postpartum hemorrhage
ExplanationExcessive bleeding after childbirth.
#2
Which of the following is a recommended practice for neonatal care immediately after birth?
Delayed cord clamping
ExplanationDelaying clamping of the umbilical cord to enhance neonatal health.
#3
What is the recommended timing for the administration of the first dose of vitamin K to newborns?
At birth
ExplanationGiving vitamin K to newborns immediately after birth.
#4
Which condition is characterized by high blood pressure during pregnancy, proteinuria, and swelling due to fluid retention?
Preeclampsia
ExplanationHypertension during pregnancy with associated complications.
#5
Which vitamin is recommended for all pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects in the fetus?
Folic Acid
ExplanationSupplementing with folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects.
#6
What is the term for the abnormal implantation of the placenta over the cervical opening?
Placenta previa
ExplanationPlacenta covering the cervix, potentially leading to complications during childbirth.
#7
What is the primary cause of neonatal mortality globally?
Preterm birth complications
ExplanationComplications arising from premature birth.
#8
Which of the following is a common risk factor for both maternal and neonatal health?
Obesity
ExplanationExcessive body weight posing health risks for both mother and newborn.
#9
What is the primary cause of maternal mortality in low-income countries?
Postpartum hemorrhage
ExplanationExcessive bleeding after childbirth in regions with limited resources.
#10
Which of the following is a method for assessing neonatal gestational age?
Ballard score
ExplanationScoring system to estimate gestational age in newborns.
#11
Which of the following vaccines is recommended during pregnancy to protect both the mother and the newborn from influenza?
Flu vaccine
ExplanationVaccination against influenza to safeguard both mother and newborn.
#12
Which maternal condition is associated with an increased risk of macrosomia in the newborn?
Gestational diabetes
ExplanationDiabetes during pregnancy increasing the risk of large babies.
#13
Which intervention has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of maternal transmission of HIV to the newborn?
Breastfeeding with antiretroviral therapy
ExplanationBreastfeeding while undergoing antiretroviral therapy to prevent HIV transmission.
#14
What is the primary determinant of neonatal survival in resource-limited settings?
Birth weight
ExplanationWeight at birth significantly impacting survival in areas with limited resources.
#15
What is the primary mode of transmission of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection to newborns?
Vertical transmission during pregnancy
ExplanationTransmission of GBS from mother to baby during pregnancy.
#16
Which of the following interventions has been shown to reduce the risk of mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Administering hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIG) at birth
ExplanationGiving HBIG to newborns to prevent HBV transmission from mother.
#17
What is the leading cause of long-term disability in children worldwide?
Cerebral palsy
ExplanationNeurological disorder leading to long-term disabilities.