The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) aims to screen and manage children up to what age?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: 18 years.
Explanation:
The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) is a significant initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, aimed at the early detection and free treatment of health issues in children aged 0 to 18 years. Under this program, children are primarily screened for the '4Ds': Defects at birth, Deficiencies, Diseases, and Developmental delays (including disabilities). This program was launched under the 'National Health Mission' (NHM) with the objective of improving overall child health and reducing child mortality rates.
Additional Points:
Screening Levels: Under this program, children aged 0 to 6 weeks are screened at delivery centers, while children aged 6 weeks to 18 years are screened at Anganwadi centers and government schools.
Health Conditions: Approximately 32 common health conditions (such as cleft lip, heart disease, anemia, etc.) are identified under this initiative.
DEIC: District Early Intervention Centers (DEICs) provide higher-level treatment to children who have been referred.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers:
Question: Under which ministry does the RBSK operate?
Answer: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Question: Among the '4Ds' covered under the RBSK, which specific deficiencies are screened for under the category of 'Deficiencies'?
Answer: Vitamin A deficiency and Anemia (blood deficiency).