40 Questions
What is a common characteristic of the preschool period?
High morbidity of infectious and parasitic diseases
Which of the following is NOT listed as an infectious disease affecting preschool children?
Mumps
What is the most prevalent type of malnutrition among preschool children?
Protein energy malnutrition
What causes malnutrition among preschool children?
High prevalence of infectious and parasitic diseases
Which category of diseases is prevalent among preschool children according to the text?
Infectious and parasitic diseases
What is a characteristic of the health of under-five children in most countries?
Neglect of children of preschool age
Which of the following is NOT a main cause of under-five mortality rate in KSA?
Influenza and pneumonia
What is the main cause of post neonatal mortality?
ARI
What indicators are used to measure the quality of under-five health services?
Infant Mortality Rate, Neonatal Mortality Rate, Post neonatal Mortality Rate
What is the main cause of neonatal mortality?
Low birth weight
In Saudi Arabia, what is the Infant Mortality Rate?
5.9/1000 LB (2019)
How often is the weight of the child taken up to the age of 5?
Monthly intervals during the 1st year, every 2 months during the 2nd year and every 3 months thereafter
What is the main focus of child health care objectives in KSA?
Health education and growth monitoring
What is the purpose of preparing a growth chart for a child?
To monitor progress in weight and height
What procedure is done in every visit to monitor a child's health?
Preparing the growth chart
What are common causes of injuries in preschool children mentioned in the text?
All of the above options are correct
What are the health services provided to under-five children mentioned in the text?
Immunization, growth monitoring, and health education
What is a common characteristic of the preschool period?
High prevalence of malnutrition
What is the most prevalent type of malnutrition among preschool children?
Protein energy malnutrition (mild, moderate and severe)
Which of the following is NOT listed as an infectious disease affecting preschool children?
Mumps
What causes malnutrition among preschool children?
Lack of interest in food
What is the main cause of neonatal mortality?
Congenital anomalies
What category of diseases is prevalent among preschool children according to the text?
Infectious and parasitic diseases
What is the main cause of post neonatal mortality?
Accidents
What is the purpose of preparing a growth chart for a child?
To monitor a child's development and detect any abnormalities early
What indicators are used to measure the quality of under-five health services?
Immunization coverage and nutrition status
What causes are given for high prevalence of malnutrition among preschool children?
Lack of interest in food and faulty feeding habits
What is the main focus of child health care objectives in KSA?
Promoting growth and development in under-five children
What is the main cause of post neonatal mortality?
Acute respiratory infections
What is the most prevalent type of malnutrition among preschool children according to the text?
Protein-energy malnutrition
What is the main focus of child health care objectives in KSA?
Treatment of diseases
What indicators are used to measure the quality of under-five health services?
Maternal Mortality Rate
What causes malnutrition among preschool children according to the text?
Ingestion of household liquids
What is the purpose of preparing a growth chart for a child?
To monitor growth progress
Which of the following is NOT listed as an infectious disease affecting preschool children according to the text?
Electric shock
What causes are given for high prevalence of malnutrition among preschool children?
Low birth weight
In Saudi Arabia, what is the Infant Mortality Rate?
5.9/1000 LB (2019)
What category of diseases is prevalent among preschool children according to the text?
Injuries and fractures
How often is the weight of the child taken up to the age of 5?
At monthly intervals during the first year, every 2 months during the second year, and every 3 months thereafter up to age 5.
What are common causes of injuries in preschool children according to the text?
Falling downstairs causing head injuries or fractures and electric shock
This quiz covers learning objectives related to the common problems of under-five children, health services provided to them, objectives and components of child healthcare implemented in KSA, and indicators of the quality of under-five health services. It also discusses the relative neglect of preschool-aged children and the characteristics of the preschool period.
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