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What is the main objective of IMCI?
What is the main objective of IMCI?
- To provide curative and preventive care for children under five years of age
- To promote improved growth and development among children under five years of age
- To develop guidelines for case management of children under five years of age
- To reduce death, illness, and disability among children under five years of age (correct)
Which organization developed the IMCI strategy?
Which organization developed the IMCI strategy?
- World Health Organization
- International Medical Council for Children
- UNICEF
- World Health Organization and UNICEF (correct)
What is the purpose of examining sick children for general danger signs and sick young infants for very severe disease?
What is the purpose of examining sick children for general danger signs and sick young infants for very severe disease?
- To identify the cause of illness
- To assess the overall health status
- To determine the appropriate treatment
- To provide immediate referral or admission to hospital (correct)
What does IMCI stand for?
What does IMCI stand for?
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Who implements the curative and preventive elements of IMCI?
Who implements the curative and preventive elements of IMCI?
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Study Notes
IMCI Overview
- IMCI stands for Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses.
Development of IMCI
- The World Health Organization (WHO) developed the IMCI strategy.
Examination of Sick Children
- Examining sick children for general danger signs and sick young infants for very severe disease helps identify those who require urgent referral to a hospital.
- The purpose of this examination is to prevent deaths and disabilities in children.
Implementation of IMCI
- Healthcare workers implement the curative and preventive elements of IMCI.
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Test your knowledge on Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) with this quiz. Learn about the aims, components, and implementation of IMCI in promoting child health and well-being.
