The Fundamentals of Health Care course is a cornerstone of the Board Licensure Examination for Midwives in the Philippines. It encompasses essential knowledge and skills required for providing comprehensive care to expectant mothers, newborns, and postpartum women. This course delves into antenatal care, focusing on monitoring maternal and fetal health during pregnancy, identifying risk factors, and promoting healthy behaviors. It also covers labor and delivery management, including stages of labor, pain management techniques, and recognizing complications.
Postpartum care, newborn assessment, and neonatal care are integral components, addressing immediate and ongoing needs of both mother and baby. Mastery of these fundamentals ensures midwives are equipped to handle diverse scenarios in maternity care, safeguarding the health and well-being of mothers and infants. The examination evaluates candidates' understanding of these concepts, ensuring they are competent and prepared to provide high-quality midwifery services in the Philippines.
Midwives - Fundamentals of Health Care PRACTICE REVIEWER
Welcome to our Midwives - Fundamentals of Health Care Practice Examination! In this session, you'll have the opportunity to test your understanding of key concepts in Midwives - Fundamentals of Health Care. The quiz consists of multiple-choice questions covering various topics. Pay close attention to each question and select the best answer. After completing the exam, check the video below for the answer key and explanations.
1. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of antenatal care?
A) Preventing postpartum hemorrhage
B) Monitoring fetal growth and development
C) Providing nutritional support to the mother
D) Preventing neonatal infections
2. What is the recommended method for calculating a pregnant woman's estimated due date (EDD)?
A) Subtracting three months from the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP) and adding seven days
B) Counting forward 280 days from the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP)
C) Counting backward 40 weeks from the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP)
D) Using ultrasound measurements at the first prenatal visit
3. Which of the following vaccines is routinely recommended for pregnant women to protect against influenza?
A) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
B) DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
C) Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
D) Inactivated influenza vaccine
4. During a newborn assessment, which finding would warrant immediate medical attention?
A) Acrocyanosis
B) Caput succedaneum
C) Respiratory rate of 60 breaths per minute
D) Presence of a single umbilical artery
5. Which of the following is a common complication associated with prolonged labor?
A) Macrosomia
B) Hypoglycemia
C) Meconium aspiration syndrome
D) Uterine rupture
6. What is the recommended method for managing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) caused by uterine atony?
A) Administering oxytocin
B) Performing a cesarean section
C) Initiating magnesium sulfate infusion
D) Administering antibiotics
7. Which of the following is a risk factor for developing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
A) Underweight pre-pregnancy BMI
B) Family history of type 2 diabetes
C) Low carbohydrate intake during pregnancy
D) Sedentary lifestyle during pregnancy
8. Which stage of labor is characterized by the delivery of the placenta?
A) First stage
B) Second stage
C) Third stage
D) Fourth stage
9. Which of the following is a potential complication of meconium-stained amniotic fluid?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Respiratory distress syndrome
C) Jaundice
D) Hypothermia
10. Which of the following is an essential component of newborn care immediately after birth?
A) Administering vitamin K injection
B) Initiating skin-to-skin contact
C) Providing oral rehydration solution
D) Performing a complete physical examination
11. Which condition is characterized by elevated blood pressure, proteinuria, and edema during pregnancy?
A) Eclampsia
B) Preeclampsia
C) Gestational hypertension
D) Chronic hypertension
12. Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the breasts?
A) Estrogen
B) Progesterone
C) Prolactin
D) Oxytocin
13. What is the recommended position for a woman in active labor to facilitate fetal descent?
A) Semi-recumbent
B) Supine with legs elevated
C) Upright or ambulatory
D) Side-lying
14. Which of the following is a common sign of neonatal sepsis?
A) Jaundice
B) Bradycardia
C) Cyanosis
D) Hyperactivity
15. What is the recommended method for estimating gestational age during prenatal care?
A) Fundal height measurement
B) Ultrasound examination
C) Maternal weight gain
D) Fetal heart rate monitoring
16. Which of the following is a non-pharmacological method for pain relief during labor?
A) Epidural anesthesia
B) Intramuscular opioid injection
C) Lamaze breathing techniques
D) Nitrous oxide inhalation
17. What is the recommended method for preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV during pregnancy and childbirth?
A) Exclusive breastfeeding
B) Administration of antiretroviral therapy (ART)
C) Early rupture of membranes
D) Elective cesarean section
18. Which of the following is a common complication associated with preterm birth?
A) Macrosomia
B) Intraventricular hemorrhage
C) Polyhydramnios
D) Shoulder dystocia
19. What is the recommended method for preventing congenital rubella syndrome?
A) Routine vaccination of infants with the MMR vaccine
B) Administering rubella immunoglobulin to pregnant women
C) Avoiding contact with individuals who have rubella infection
D) Administering the rubella vaccine to susceptible women before pregnancy
20. Which of the following interventions is recommended for managing postpartum depression?
A) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
B) Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
C) Antipsychotic medication
D) Intravenous fluid hydration
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