Breastfeeding Promotion and Drug Actions Quiz

What is the rationale behind immediate drying of a newborn after birth?

To stimulate breathing and warm the newborn

Why is it recommended to wait 30-60 seconds before clamping the umbilical cord after birth?

To provide health benefits for the baby

What is the purpose of skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn?

To calm and relax both mother and baby

How does early skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn help prevent hypothermia and infection?

By stimulating breathing and warming the newborn Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of non-separation of a newborn from the mother for early breastfeeding initiation?

Protects infants from drying from infection Signup and view all the answers

Why should cord pulsation be waited for 1-3 minutes before clamping the umbilical cord?

To prevent anemia and protect against brain hemorrhage in premature newborns Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary drug action of vitamin K when administered to newborns?

Helps in blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is administered intramuscularly into the lateral anterior thigh immediately after birth?

Vitamin K Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does the hepatitis B vaccine serve when given within 24 hours after birth?

Protects the liver from diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the BCG vaccine when administered to newborns?

Reduces the risk of TB infection Signup and view all the answers

Which newborn reflex involves rapid eye closure to protect the eye from foreign objects?

Blink reflex Signup and view all the answers

What role does erythromycin play when used in newborns?

Treats bacterial eye infections Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for a newborn's respiratory rate shortly after birth?

90 breaths per minute, settling to 30-60 breaths per minute over an hour Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is administered to newborns to prevent bacterial eye infections?

Erythromycin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of administering Vitamin K to newborns?

To promote blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

Which vaccine is given to newborns to provide immunity against Tuberculosis?

BCG vaccine Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for a newborn's heart rate shortly after delivery?

180 beats per minute, settling to 120-140 beats per minute Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Executive Order (EO) 51, also known as the Milk Code, in relation to newborn feeding?

It regulates the marketing of breast milk supplements and related products. Signup and view all the answers