maternal and perinatal death Flashcards
1
Q
what are the different classifications of maternal death ?
A
direct deaths - those related to obstetric complications during pregnancy, labour, treatment
indirect deaths - those associated with disorder exacerbated by pregnancy - malaria
late deaths 42+ after end of pregnancy
2
Q
what is the 3 delay model that increases maternal death ?
A
delay in decision to seek care - lack of understanding
delay in reaching care - geographical, transport
delay in receiving care - supplies, personnel
3
Q
what is the boundaries for different baby mortality ?
A
early neonatal death up to 1 week
late neonatal death up to 1 month
infant mortality up to 1 year
child mortality up to 5 years