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What is the primary focus of the Family Health Office?
What is the primary focus of the Family Health Office?
Which of the following aims is NOT mentioned in the health program?
Which of the following aims is NOT mentioned in the health program?
Which component is part of the maternal health program?
Which component is part of the maternal health program?
What was one of the thrusts of the 2005-2010 initiative?
What was one of the thrusts of the 2005-2010 initiative?
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What does 'morbidity' refer to in the context of health?
What does 'morbidity' refer to in the context of health?
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Which demographic is specifically targeted for reduced mortality in the program?
Which demographic is specifically targeted for reduced mortality in the program?
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What operational service was introduced with BEMOC?
What operational service was introduced with BEMOC?
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What is a critical barrier to improving maternal health mentioned?
What is a critical barrier to improving maternal health mentioned?
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What is the primary goal of the child health program?
What is the primary goal of the child health program?
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What does the Global Strategy for IYCF aim to promote?
What does the Global Strategy for IYCF aim to promote?
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Which law mandates health immunization for infants and children?
Which law mandates health immunization for infants and children?
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What is one of the benefits of breastfeeding for the mother?
What is one of the benefits of breastfeeding for the mother?
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What does the acronym 'FEFO' stand for in the context of immunization?
What does the acronym 'FEFO' stand for in the context of immunization?
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What is a contraindication for engaging in sexual activity according to the standard days method of family planning?
What is a contraindication for engaging in sexual activity according to the standard days method of family planning?
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Which of the following is NOT a heat-sensitive vaccine?
Which of the following is NOT a heat-sensitive vaccine?
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Which strategy is emphasized for promoting child survival and development?
Which strategy is emphasized for promoting child survival and development?
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What age range defines adolescents according to WHO?
What age range defines adolescents according to WHO?
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Which initiative is included in the 2005-2010 thrusts for promoting health among young people?
Which initiative is included in the 2005-2010 thrusts for promoting health among young people?
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What is one element included in the essential health packages?
What is one element included in the essential health packages?
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What does the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act recognize?
What does the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act recognize?
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What was established by the DOH to implement the Philippine Reproductive Health program?
What was established by the DOH to implement the Philippine Reproductive Health program?
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What is the recommended schedule for antenatal registration during pregnancy?
What is the recommended schedule for antenatal registration during pregnancy?
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What is one of the main goals of family planning programs?
What is one of the main goals of family planning programs?
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Which of the following is true regarding the Lactating Amenorrhea Method (LAM)?
Which of the following is true regarding the Lactating Amenorrhea Method (LAM)?
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What is the effectiveness of male sterilization through vasectomy?
What is the effectiveness of male sterilization through vasectomy?
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What health risks can increase during pregnancy if not addressed?
What health risks can increase during pregnancy if not addressed?
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Which micronutrient is particularly important for fetal development and maternal health?
Which micronutrient is particularly important for fetal development and maternal health?
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When should the first antenatal visit occur during pregnancy?
When should the first antenatal visit occur during pregnancy?
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What is one of the major preventable and treatable conditions affecting children up to 5 years old?
What is one of the major preventable and treatable conditions affecting children up to 5 years old?
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What is the typical use effectiveness of the male condom?
What is the typical use effectiveness of the male condom?
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Which micronutrient supplementation is emphasized for addressing nutritional deficiencies?
Which micronutrient supplementation is emphasized for addressing nutritional deficiencies?
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How many episodes of childhood illness are caused by the five major conditions mentioned?
How many episodes of childhood illness are caused by the five major conditions mentioned?
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Which program is responsible for promoting oral health and preventing dental diseases?
Which program is responsible for promoting oral health and preventing dental diseases?
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What governmental act pertains to food fortification in the Philippines?
What governmental act pertains to food fortification in the Philippines?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a common nutritional deficiency?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a common nutritional deficiency?
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What is the primary goal of the nutrition information and communication program?
What is the primary goal of the nutrition information and communication program?
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What approach is taken to address oral health according to the local government code?
What approach is taken to address oral health according to the local government code?
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Study Notes
Essential Health Packages and Nutrition Program
- This program is part of NCM 104 - CHN 1
- The DOH uses the life span approach
- All members are empowered to maintain their health status
Introduction
- The DOH uses the life span approach
- Members are empowered to maintain their health status
The Family Health Office
- The Family Health Office operationalizes health programs geared towards the health of the family
- It considers the mother, unborn, newborn, infant, child, adolescent, youth, adult men, adult women, and older persons
Program Aims
- Improve the survival, health, and well-being of mothers and the unborn through pre-pregnancy, prenatal, natal, and postnatal services.
- Reduce morbidity and mortality rates for children ages 0-9
- Reduce preventable causes among adolescents and young adults
- Reduce morbidity and mortality among Filipino adults and improve their quality of life
- Reduce morbidity and mortality of older persons and improve their quality of life
Definitions
- Mortality = Death
- Morbidity = Sickness
Recall Your MDGs #5
- Improve maternal health
How Will We Reach This Goal?
- Seeking care
- Making referral
- Providing appropriate management
Maternal Health Program
- This program has packages of services for every woman before and after pregnancy and/or delivery of a baby
Antenatal Registration
- First Visit: As early in pregnancy as possible, before 4 months during the 1st trimester
- Second Visit: During the 2nd trimester
- Third Visit: During the 3rd trimester
- Every 2 weeks: After 8th month of pregnancy until delivery
TT Schedule
| Dose | When to give | Expected duration of protection |
|---|---|---|
| TT 1 | At first contact or as early as possible in pregnancy | None |
| TT 2 | At least 4 weeks after TT 1 | 1-3 years |
| TT 3 | At least 6 months after TT 2 | 5 years |
| TT 4 | At least one year after TT 3 or during subsequent pregnancy | 10 years |
| TT 5 | At least one year after TT 4 or during subsequent pregnancy | All childbearing years |
Micronutrient Supplementation
- Fetal development, maternal health, and deficiency risks are key considerations.
- Vitamin A, Iron, Iodine are common deficiencies
Food Fortification Act of 2000
- Republic Act 8976
- Vitamins A, Iron, Iodine are fortified into common foods like sugar, flour, and milk products, for better public health
Child Health Program
- Reduce morbidity and mortality rates for children (0-9 years old)
- REB strategy for immunization
- Intensify health education and campaigns at ground level
Laws to Study at Home
- Early Childhood Development Act of 2000
- Newborn Screening Act of 2004
- EO 286
- EO 51
- RA 10028
- RA 7600
- RA 8976
Important Information
- This program is for children from birth to 5 years old
- Most heat-sensitive vaccines (OPV, MMR) are stored at -15 to -25° Celsius
- Least heat-sensitive vaccines (DPT, Hep B, BCG, TT) are stored at 2 to 8° Celsius
- Key principle is "FEFO" (First Expiry, First Out)
- There are three more programs
- Recall some key numbers (ages) from WHO and DOH
Integrated Case Management Process
- Steps in case management are presented in a flowchart
Preventive Measures
- Promoting oral health and provide specific protection from dental caries and other oral diseases
Curative/Treatment
- Remedial measures halt the progress of oral disease and restore sound condition of teeth and supporting tissues
Promotive Measures
- Health education activities aimed at the priority groups using accepted tools and media
Adolescent Health Program
- The ages considered in this program are: 10-19, 15-24, 15-30
Other Packets
- Nutrition information, communication and education
- Home, school, and community food production
- Food and livelihood assistance
Philippine Reproductive Health
- Philippines is a signatory to Reproductive Health plan of action from 1994
- AO 1-A of 1998 defines the RH service package with 10 elements
- Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act (RA 10354) enacted December 21, 2012
- Reproductive Health Framework
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