Antenatal Flashcards

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What is the focus of Republic Act 11148?

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Scaling up national and local nutrition programs for maternal, neonatal, child health, and nutrition in the first 1000

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days of life.

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What is Antenatal Care (ANC)?

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Care provided by skilled health professionals to pregnant women and adolescent girls to ensure the best health

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conditions for both mother and baby during pregnancy.

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What is the recommended timing for the first

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As early as possible.

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prenatal visit?

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What is the significance of the GPTPAL

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It summarizes a woman’s obstetric history: Gravida, Para, Term, Preterm, Abortion, Living.

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acronym in prenatal assessment?

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What are some medical conditions that may

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Tuberculosis, heart disease, diabetes, bronchial asthma, or goiter.

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affect pregnancy tracking?

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What does the acronym BEmONC stand for?

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Basic Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care.

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What does the acronym RPRH represent?

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Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health.

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What is the purpose of the Two-day method in

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It is a natural family planning method based on tracking fertility signs.

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family planning?

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What is the significance of the Contraceptive

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It measures the percentage of women of reproductive age who are using, or whose sexual partners are using, a

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Prevalence Rate (CPR)?

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contraceptive method.

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What is the recommended frequency of

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Every 2 weeks until delivery.

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18
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prenatal visits after the 8th month of

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pregnancy?

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What is the purpose of the Magbitang Table?

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To determine if pregnant women are nutritionally at risk of delivering low birth-weight babies.

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What laboratory examinations are

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CBC with platelet, blood typing and Rh factor determination, urinalysis, STI screening, blood sugar screening,

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recommended during pregnancy?

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pregnancy test, ultrasound, and cervical screening.

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What are some danger signs of pregnancy?

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Headache, blurring of vision, dangerous fever, severe difficulty of breathing, abdominal pain, burning on urination,

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and vaginal bleeding.

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25
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What is the recommended dose of Tetanus

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0.5 mL intramuscularly, with a schedule of doses to provide protection to both mother and baby.

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26
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Diphtheria (TD) toxoid immunization during

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pregnancy?

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What is the recommended iodine

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200 mg iodized oil capsule, 1 cap per year.

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supplementation for school-age children?

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What defines protein energy malnutrition in

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Underweight, stunting, wasting, and overweight.

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children?

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What is severe acute malnutrition (SAM)?

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Weight for height less than -3 SD or presence of edema of both feet, or a MUAC less than 115 mm.

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What are the risk factors associated with iron

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It is a risk factor for neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly.

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deficiency anemia?

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What is the recommended dose of iron and

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60 mg elemental iron with 400 mcg folic acid, 1 tab/day for 6 months or 2 tabs/day if prenatal consultation starts in

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36
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folic acid supplementation for pregnant

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the 2nd and 3rd trimester.

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women?

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What is the recommended dose of Vitamin A

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10,000 IU, 1 cap 2 times a week for 4 months until delivery.

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for pregnant women?

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40
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Why is Vitamin A not given during the first

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It is a teratogen and may lead to fetal deformities or fetal demise.

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trimester?

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What are some ill effects of Vitamin A

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Ill effects include diminished ability to fight infections, increased risk for respiratory and diarrheal infections, and

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deficiency?

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decreased growth rates.

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What is the recommended iodine

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200 mg of iodized oil capsule, 1 cap per year.

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supplementation for school-age children and

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women aged 15-25?

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What is the recommended dose of calcium

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1.0-2.0 g elemental calcium in three divided doses.

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supplementation for pregnant women?

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What is the purpose of calcium

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To prevent preeclampsia, particularly among those at risk for developing hypertension.

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50
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supplementation in pregnant women?

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What is Xerophthalmia?

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All signs and symptoms affecting the eye attributed to Vitamin A deficiency.

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Question

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Answer

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What is the significance of early identification

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To provide appropriate counseling on maternal nutrition, breastfeeding, and infant feeding practices.

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and management of nutritionally at-risk

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pregnant clients?

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What is the focus of counseling in community

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Nutrition, smoking cessation, and adoption of healthy lifestyle practices.

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health nursing?

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58
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What does the Philippine Health Insurance

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Enrollment and linkages to facility and community-based health and nutrition workers and volunteers.

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Corporation provide?

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What type of support is provided to

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Access to dietary supplementation and healthy food products.

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nutritionally at-risk pregnant women?

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What is emphasized during intrapartal

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Facility-based delivery to ensure safe labor and availability of intrapartum interventions.

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services?

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What is the purpose of postpartum visits?

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To assess the mother’s recovery and address any complications within the first week after delivery.

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What is included in postpartum assessment?

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Breast engorgement, uterine involution, and emotional well-being.

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What support is provided for breastfeeding

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Lactation support and counseling from birth up to two years and beyond.

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mothers?

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What is the role of community-based mother

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To provide peer counseling for breastfeeding.

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support groups?

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What does Republic Act No. 10028 promote?

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Availability of lactation stations in workplaces and public places.

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What services are included in birth and

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A full range of health, nutrition, education, and social services for young children.

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newborn services?

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What is the recommended duration for

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For the first 6 months.

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exclusive breastfeeding?

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What is the purpose of the Global Strategy for

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To renew attention to the impact of feeding practices on the nutritional status, growth, and health of infants and

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Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)?

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young children.

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What does anthropometry measure in

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Physical dimensions and gross composition of the body.

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nutritional assessment?

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79
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What is the significance of Mid-upper arm

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MUAC below 115 mm indicates severe malnutrition in children aged 6-59 months.

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circumference (MUAC) in malnutrition

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81
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screening?

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82
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What does Executive Order No. 51 prohibit?

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Advertising or marketing that implies bottlefeeding is equivalent or superior to breastfeeding.

83
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What is the role of RA 7600 in breastfeeding

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Mandates that newborn infants be put to the breast immediately after birth and roomed-in within 30 minutes after

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practices?

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normal delivery.

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What are the benefits of breastfeeding for the

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Breast milk contains antibodies that help combat disease, prevents diarrhea, and promotes intellectual and motor

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child?

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development.

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What does the Philippine Food Fortification

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Fortification of food products like rice and wheat flour with essential nutrients.

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Act (RA 8976) promote?

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89
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What is the purpose of micronutrient

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To address deficiencies and improve overall health and development.

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supplementation in child health?

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91
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What hormone does breastfeeding promote

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Oxytocin.

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that helps prevent postpartum hemorrhage?

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93
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What is one benefit of breastfeeding for the

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Helps in the return of prepregnancy weight.

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mother regarding weight?

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95
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How does breastfeeding affect fertility?

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Delays the return of fertility.

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What type of cancer risk is lowered by

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Premenopausal breast and ovarian cancer.

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breastfeeding?

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98
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What does the acronym

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Best for baby, Reduce allergy, Emotional bonding, Antibody present (IgA), Stool inoffensive, Temperature always

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B.R.E.A.S.T.E.D.I.N.G. stand for in relation

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right, Fresh as always, Economical, Easy once established, Digested easily, Immediately available, Nutritious,

100
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to breastfeeding benefits?

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Gastroenteritis is avoided.

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Question

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Answer

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What is Exclusive Breastfeeding?

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Infant receives breastmilk and allows for oral rehydration salt, but nothing else.

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What is Complementary Feeding?

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Giving infant foods and liquids along with breast milk when breast milk is no longer sufficient.

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What is the Cradle Hold in breastfeeding?

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Mother sits with arms supported, cradling the infant to her body.

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What is a sign that an infant is properly

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Baby’s mouth is wide open and much of the mother’s areola is inside the baby’s mouth.

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latched on?

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107
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What is the maximum time breastmilk can be

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8 hours.

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stored at room temperature?

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109
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What law promotes rooming-in and

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RA 7600 Rooming in and Breastfeeding Act of 1992.

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breastfeeding in the Philippines?

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111
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When should timely complementary foods be

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When the need for energy and nutrients exceeds what can be provided through exclusive and frequent

112
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introduced to a child?

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breastfeeding.

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What should adequate complementary foods

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Sufficient energy, protein, and micronutrients to meet nutritional needs.

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provide for a growing child?

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115
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What is essential for the safe preparation of

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Foods should be hygienically stored and prepared, and fed with clean hands using clean utensils.

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complementary foods?

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What does food fortification involve?

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The addition of micronutrients to staple foods such as rice, sugar, flour, and salts.

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What is the purpose of newborn screening?

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To find out if a baby has a congenital metabolic disorder that may lead to mental retardation or death.

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When should newborn screening ideally be

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Between the 48th to the 72nd hours of life, but not later than 3 days.

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performed?

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121
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What must health practitioners inform

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The availability, nature, and benefits of newborn screening (NBS).

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guardians about before delivery?

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123
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What is Congenital Hypothyroidism?

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A disorder tested for in newborn screening that affects the thyroid gland’s ability to produce hormones.

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What is the heel prick method used for?

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To obtain a specimen for newborn screening.

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What should be done if a newborn screening

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The newborn should be referred immediately to a specialist for confirmatory testing and further management.

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result is positive?

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127
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What is the aim of the Universal Newborn

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To ensure early detection of congenital hearing loss and referral for early intervention.

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Hearing Act of 2009?

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What law requires newborn screening prior to

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The law mandates that all newborns should be screened before discharge.

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hospital discharge?

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131
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What is the primary goal of the National

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To reduce morbidity and mortality among infants and children caused by common childhood immunizable

132
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Immunization Program?

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diseases.

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What are some specific goals of the National

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To immunize all infants against vaccine-preventable diseases, sustain polio-free status, eliminate maternal and

134
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Immunization Program?

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neonatal tetanus, and control Diphtheria, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, and German Measles.

135
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What is the BCG vaccine used for?

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It helps protect against tuberculosis (TB).

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What does RA 10152 mandate?

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It mandates free basic immunization for infants and children up to 5 years of age.

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What is the purpose of the cold chain in

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To ensure the potency of a vaccine from manufacture to administration.

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immunization?

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139
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What are attenuated vaccines?

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Live microorganisms that have been altered to be non-pathogenic but still antigenic.

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What is the recommended dosage of Vitamin

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200,000 IU/cap - 1 capsule within 4 weeks after delivery.

141
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A supplementation after delivery?

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142
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What is the recommended iron and folate

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60 mg/400 microgram/tab - 1 tablet for 3 months or 90 days.

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supplementation for new mothers?

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