Quiz 1: Care of the mother

Please choose the one, most correct answer to each question or statement.

1. How long are most normal pregnancies?
   • 36 weeks
   • 40 weeks
   • 42 weeks
2. What is a common sign of early pregnancy?
   • Headaches
   • Tender, swollen breasts
   • Abdominal pain
3. When should a woman book for antenatal care?
   • As soon as her pregnancy is confirmed
   • When she first feels her baby moving
   • When she is 6 months pregnant and her abdomen is getting bigger
4. Why are antenatal visits important?
   • They are needed for the woman to claim maternity leave
   • They help to keep mother and baby healthy
   • The woman cannot deliver at a clinic if she did not attend there for her antenatal visits
5. What important role can a community health worker play in providing antenatal care?
   • Rub the woman’s abdomen with oil at every home visit
   • Measure her blood pressure every week
   • Make sure that she is attending all her appointments at an antenatal clinic
6. What is a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy?
   • Do not smoke or drink alcohol
   • Have heavy exercise only once a week and add extra salt to all meals
   • Gain as much weight as possible so that breastfeeding will be successful
7. What daily supplements should pregnant women have?
   • Iron
   • Vitamin C
   • Fluoride
8. Which of the following is a danger sign in pregnancy?
   • Having to get up at night to pass urine
   • Heartburn
   • Vaginal bleeding
9. What is a birth plan?
   • Deciding on a name for the baby before delivery
   • Having a clear idea what to do when labour starts
   • Taking special health insurance for delivery
10. What should a Community Healthcare Worker ask about at a home visit after delivery?
    • Does the lochia (vaginal fluid) smell bad
    • Has the mother bought a bottle and milk formula yet
    • Whether the mother is able to pay for the visit