Maternal and Child Health — MCQs

Child survival index is the percentage of children surviving till the age of

As per the Government of India guidelines, the daily dose of elemental iron recommended for prophylaxis during pregnancy is

The cut-off standard for defining low birth-weight babies in India is considered to be

Which is the most common cause of mortality in infants between one and twelve months of age in India?

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Essential Obstetric Care under the Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health care Programme? 1. Early registration of pregnancy 2. Provision of first referral units 3. Provision of safe delivery practices 4. Provision of at least four postnatal checkups Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following anthropometrical measurements is/are carried out to assess the growth of children under five years of age? 1. Weight measurement 2. Height measurement 3. Mid upper arm circumference Select the correct answer using the code given below:

What is the fertility indicator that gives the approximate magnitude of completed family size?

The maternal and child health care indicator that best reflects the extent of pregnancy wastage as well as the quantity and quality of health care available to the mother and newborn is:

Infant Mortality Rate is expressed per:

Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI) are important causes of under-five mortality in India. In remote areas, children develop frequent episodes of ARI. What measures will you take for prevention and control of ARI amongst under-five children in that area?