Maternal and Child Health Nursing Flashcards

What is the DOH Abu Dhabi standard for antenatal assessment by nurses?

Answer: Comprehensive assessment including vital signs, fundal height, fetal heart rate, urine testing, weight monitoring, and screening for gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia

DOH antenatal nursing assessment includes vital signs, fundal height measurement, fetal heart auscultation, urine dipstick, weight monitoring, gestational diabetes screening, pre-eclampsia surveillance, and psychosocial assessment.

What neonatal assessment must DOH Abu Dhabi nurses perform immediately after birth?

Answer: Apgar scoring at 1 and 5 minutes, vital signs, physical examination, gestational age assessment, and initiation of skin-to-skin contact

DOH requires immediate neonatal assessment including Apgar scoring at 1 and 5 minutes, comprehensive vital signs, systematic physical examination, gestational age assessment, and facilitation of immediate skin-to-skin bonding.

What breastfeeding support does DOH Abu Dhabi require nurses to provide?

Answer: Evidence-based lactation support including positioning and latch assessment, education on feeding cues, addressing common problems, and referral to lactation consultants

DOH promotes breastfeeding through nursing support including proper positioning and latch assessment, education on demand feeding and hunger cues, troubleshooting common problems, and referral to lactation specialists.

What is the DOH Abu Dhabi protocol for pediatric medication safety?

Answer: Weight-based dosing calculations, independent double-check by two nurses, use of appropriate measuring devices, and age-appropriate formulations

DOH pediatric medication safety requires weight-based dose calculation (mg/kg), mandatory independent double-check, use of oral syringes (not household spoons), and selection of age-appropriate formulations.

What childhood immunization protocols does DOH Abu Dhabi require nurses to follow?

Answer: Follow the UAE national immunization schedule, verify vaccination history, obtain consent, observe correct technique, monitor for reactions, and maintain accurate records

DOH requires nurses to follow the UAE national immunization schedule, verify prior vaccinations, obtain informed consent, use correct administration technique, monitor for adverse reactions, and maintain accurate immunization records.

What is the DOH Abu Dhabi standard for managing pediatric emergencies?

Answer: Pediatric-specific triage using validated tools, age-appropriate vital sign parameters, weight-based medication dosing, and family-centered emergency care

DOH pediatric emergency standards include specific triage systems (e.g., Pediatric Assessment Triangle), age-appropriate vital sign reference ranges, weight-based treatment protocols, and family-centered care approaches.