MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH CHEAT SHEET | MCH Nursing Fast Revision Guide 2025/2026

MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH EXAM

PART 1: MCQs (Most Sellable Format) – 30 Questions
1. The normal duration of pregnancy is:

A. 36 weeks
B. 38 weeks
C. 40 weeks
D. 42 weeks
Answer: C

2. APGAR score is used to assess:

A. Mother’s blood pressure
B. Newborn condition
C. Labour pain
D. Placenta position
Answer: B

3. The first stage of labour is:

A. Delivery of placenta
B. Delivery of the baby
C. Cervical dilation
D. Recovery
Answer: C

4. The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is:

A. Infection
B. Uterine atony
C. Hypertension
D. Diabetes
Answer: B

5. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for:

, A. 3 months
B. 4 months
C. 6 months
D. 12 months
Answer: C

6. BCG vaccine is given at:

A. 6 weeks
B. Birth
C. 9 months
D. 1 year
Answer: B

7. Pre-eclampsia occurs after:

A. 10 weeks
B. 20 weeks
C. 30 weeks
D. Delivery
Answer: B

8. A danger sign in pregnancy is:

A. Mild fatigue
B. Vomiting in the morning
C. Vaginal bleeding
D. Increased appetite
Answer: C

9. Normal fetal heart rate is:

A. 60–100 bpm
B. 100–120 bpm
C. 120–160 bpm
D. 160–200 bpm
Answer: C