civil registries are important sources of data which law requires registration of births within 30 days from the occurrence of the birth

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ATI Community Health Proctored Exam 2019 Quizlet

1. Civil registries are important sources of data. Which law requires registration of births within 30 days from the occurrence of the birth?

A. PD 651
B. Act 3573
C. RA 3753
D. RA 3375

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Presidential Decree (P.D.) 651 amended Republic Act (R.A.) 3753, specifically requiring the registration of births within 30 days from their occurrence. This amendment emphasizes the timely and accurate recording of vital statistics, which is crucial for legal and administrative purposes.

2. When preparing a primigravida for breastfeeding, which of the following will you do?

A. Explain that lactation usually begins 1 to 3 days after delivery
B. Teach her nipple stretching exercises if her nipples are flat or inverted
C. Advise against washing her nipples excessively before and after each breastfeeding
D. Inform her that putting the baby to breast can help reduce post-delivery blood loss

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Putting the baby to breast can help reduce post-delivery blood loss as suckling stimulates the release of oxytocin, causing uterine contractions. Lactation typically starts 1 to 3 days after delivery, not immediately. Nipple stretching exercises are recommended for flat or inverted nipples, not everted ones. Excessive washing of the nipples can dry them out, increasing the risk of fissures.

3. Which is a characteristic of person-to-person propagated epidemics?

A. There are more cases of the disease than expected
B. The disease must necessarily be transmitted through a vector
C. The spread of the disease can be attributed to a common vehicle
D. There is a gradual build-up of cases before the epidemic becomes easily noticeable

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In person-to-person propagated epidemics, there is typically a gradual build-up of cases before the epidemic becomes easily noticeable. This slow onset allows for the disease to spread from one individual to another, leading to a progressive increase in cases over time.

4. Which of the following indicators is used to measure the health status of a population?

A. Literacy rate
B. Gross domestic product (GDP)
C. Infant mortality rate
D. Employment rate

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The infant mortality rate is a crucial indicator used to assess the health status of a population. It reflects the number of deaths among infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births. A high infant mortality rate is often indicative of inadequate healthcare services, poor sanitation, and other factors that impact the overall health of a population. Therefore, monitoring and improving the infant mortality rate is essential for evaluating and addressing the health needs of a community.

5. During which step are plans formulated for solving community problems?

A. Mobilization
B. Community organization
C. Follow-up/extension
D. Core group formation

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Community organization is the step where community assemblies occur. It is during these assemblies that the community formalizes its organization and develops plans for community action to address a community health issue. This step is crucial for coordinating efforts and resources towards solving community problems effectively.