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Developed by JHPIEGO’s Training in Reproductive Health Project with funding from USAID.

Lesson 8: Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV
Instructor: Jean Anderson, MD

Answer Key

Quiz

1. The rate of MTCT in the absence of breastfeeding is approximately:
   1. 0%
   2. 5%
   3. 25%
   4. 50%
2. The risk of MTCT is increased in which of the following situations?
   1. Low plasma viral load
   2. High CD4 cell count
   3. Use of antiretroviral agents
   4. Longer duration of membrane rupture
3. Exclusive breastfeeding for six months is associated with which of the following?
   1. Increased incidence of diarrhea
   2. Decreased HIV transmission from mother to child
   3. Increased infant allergies
   4. Increased neonatal mortality
4. Prevention or reduction in HIV transmission through breastfeeding can be accomplished by:
   1. Early introduction of formula along with breast milk to get the advantages of both 
   2. Exclusive breastfeeding for 18-24 months
   3. Avoiding all breastfeeding when the mother is HIV-positive, if appropriate
   4. Giving short-course ARV therapy during late pregnancy and delivery

Learning Exercise

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