The ANC protocol under LaQshya (Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative) targets which specific quality indicator?
- A Increasing antenatal check-up coverage to 4 visits
- B Reducing maternal mortality and improving respectful maternity care in labour rooms and maternity OTs ✓
- C Ensuring exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months
- D Reducing neonatal hypothermia by kangaroo mother care
Correct answer: B. Reducing maternal mortality and improving respectful maternity care in labour rooms and maternity OTs
Explanation
LaQshya is a Government of India initiative under NHM focused on improving the quality of care in labour rooms and maternity operation theatres of public health facilities. Its aim is to reduce preventable maternal and neonatal mortality, morbidity, and stillbirths through standardized protocols for intrapartum care and respectful maternity care.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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