Postnatal Care Procedures for Newborns Quiz

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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?

Adjust medications Signup and view all the answers

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

To reverse infibulation Signup and view all the answers

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

Use strong steroid ointments Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timeframe for initiating breastfeeding after birth?

Within the first hour 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?

16-24 weeks gestation Signup and view all the answers

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

Infuse warmed clear fluids Signup and view all the answers

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

Massage the uterus to stimulate contractions Signup and view all the answers

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

Ergometrine/syntometrine Signup and view all the answers

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

Attempt removal by controlled cord traction Signup and view all the answers

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

2-4 weeks Signup and view all the answers

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

Intranasal chromone Signup and view all the answers

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

6-8 hours after first dose Signup and view all the answers

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

Azelastine Signup and view all the answers

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

Leukotriene receptor antagonist Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for taking Phenoxymethylpenicillin for tonsillitis?

5 to 10 days Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

More than 28 per week Signup and view all the answers

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

It may cause a widespread maculopapular rash Signup and view all the answers

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

To determine the frequency, duration, and severity of urticarial episodes Signup and view all the answers

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

Urticaria is likely to be self-limiting 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?

To prevent overmedication in situations where regular treatment may not be necessary 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?

To open up the airways and make breathing easier 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?

10 puffs Signup and view all the answers

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

If they have seizures as a complication Signup and view all the answers

When should an antibiotic be prescribed for whooping cough?

If the cough starts within 21 days 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?

4 hours Signup and view all the answers