Postnatal Care Procedures for Newborns Quiz
29 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the first-line medication recommended to control hypertension in pregnant women with chronic hypertension?

  • ACE inhibitors
  • Thiazides
  • Nifedipine
  • Labetalol (correct)
  • Which surgical measure involves making an incision along the vulval incision scar?

  • B Lynch sutures
  • De-infibulation (correct)
  • Uterine artery embolization IR
  • Iliac artery ligation
  • How often should blood pressure monitoring be done for pregnant women with well-controlled hypertension?

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every 2-4 weeks (correct)
  • Daily
  • What advice is given regarding pre-existing maternal disease chronic hypertension before conception?

    <p>Adjust medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of de-infibulation in women?

    <p>To reverse infibulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skin care advice is recommended for women with Lichen Sclerosus?

    <p>Use strong steroid ointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended timeframe for initiating breastfeeding after birth?

    <p>Within the first hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of preterm labor prevention, what is the recommended gestational age range to start prophylactic vaginal progesterone treatment?

    <p>16-24 weeks gestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first recommended step in managing major obstetric hemorrhage (MOH) according to the protocol described?

    <p>Infuse warmed clear fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next step if uterine atony is suspected as the cause of hemorrhage?

    <p>Massage the uterus to stimulate contractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is contraindicated in patients with hypertension during the management of postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Ergometrine/syntometrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the placenta is undelivered in a case of postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Attempt removal by controlled cord traction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a review be scheduled after initiating any treatment for allergic rhinitis?

    <p>2-4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered if intranasal antihistamines are contraindicated or not tolerated?

    <p>Intranasal chromone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the onset of action for intranasal corticosteroids like mometasone?

    <p>6-8 hours after first dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antihistamine has a faster onset of action and is more effective compared to oral antihistamines?

    <p>Azelastine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered if symptoms of asthma are present in a patient with allergic rhinitis?

    <p>Leukotriene receptor antagonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration for taking Phenoxymethylpenicillin for tonsillitis?

    <p>5 to 10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should children with tonsillitis be allowed to return to school?

    <p>After the fever has resolved and they are no longer feeling unwell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advised score on the Urticaria Activity Score (UAS7) to indicate severe disease?

    <p>More than 28 per week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is amoxicillin avoided in cases of tonsillitis due to infectious mononucleosis?

    <p>It may cause a widespread maculopapular rash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of maintaining symptom diaries in cases of urticaria?

    <p>To determine the frequency, duration, and severity of urticarial episodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For people with mild urticaria and an identifiable trigger, what advice is typically given?

    <p>Urticaria is likely to be self-limiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might it be considered to not give maintenance treatment for mild intermittent wheeze and respiratory symptoms that only occur with viral URTI?

    <p>To prevent overmedication in situations where regular treatment may not be necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using inhaled medication for children with narrowing of the airways due to a viral chest infection?

    <p>To open up the airways and make breathing easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When discharging a child with salbutamol and spacer, how many puffs through the spacer are recommended every 4 hours?

    <p>10 puffs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation should a child with whooping cough be admitted in isolation?

    <p>If they have seizures as a complication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should an antibiotic be prescribed for whooping cough?

    <p>If the cough starts within 21 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should a child be monitored after using inhaled medication to see if they can be symptom-free?

    <p>4 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Postnatal Health and Newborn Care
    6 questions
    Postnatal Genetic Testing Overview
    5 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser