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What is the definition of maternal mortality rate (MMR)?
What is the definition of maternal mortality rate (MMR)?
- The number of maternal deaths during a given time period per 10,000 live births during the same time period
- The number of live births during a given time period per 100,000 maternal deaths during the same time period
- The number of live births during a given time period per 10,000 maternal deaths during the same time period
- The number of maternal deaths during a given time period per 100,000 live births during the same time period (correct)
What is the definition of direct deaths in the context of maternal mortality?
What is the definition of direct deaths in the context of maternal mortality?
- Death within 42 days of delivery, miscarriage, or termination of pregnancy
- Death occurring between 42 days to 1 year after miscarriage, abortion or delivery
- Deaths occurring indirectly due to complications of pregnancy
- Deaths resulting directly from complications of pregnancy (correct)
Which factor does not contribute to the risk of maternal mortality?
Which factor does not contribute to the risk of maternal mortality?
- Having a single pregnancy (correct)
- Maternal age: below 18 or above 35
- History of previous uterine surgery e.g. C.S or hysterectomy
- Neglected antenatal care
When does late death occur in the context of maternal mortality?
When does late death occur in the context of maternal mortality?
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Which condition is not considered a direct cause of maternal mortality?
Which condition is not considered a direct cause of maternal mortality?
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