The current MMR of Haryana and India is?

Appeared in: Hariyana-CHO-2021

Explanation

This question tests recall of national and state-level health statistics, specifically the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR).
The correct option reflects the data published in the Sample Registration System (SRS) bulletin for the 2016-2018 period.
During 2016-2018, Haryana's MMR was 91 and India's national MMR was 113 per 100,000 live births.
It is important to note that these figures are updated periodically. The most recent SRS report (2018-2020) shows India's MMR has improved to 97 and Haryana's is 110.

Option A: The values 108 and 153 represent much older data and do not correspond to any recent MMR figures for Haryana or India.
Option B: This option is incorrect. The value 122 corresponds to India's MMR for the 2014-2016 period, making it outdated. While 98 is close to the latest national figure (97), the pair is incorrect.
Option D: The values 115 and 212 are significantly outdated and represent a period with much higher maternal mortality. They are not reflective of the current situation.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in India and Haryana as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Understanding MMR trends is crucial for community health nurses to identify high-risk populations and evaluate the effectiveness of maternal health programs like Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY).
Nurses play a vital role in reducing MMR through patient education on antenatal care, nutrition, danger signs of pregnancy, and institutional deliveries.
A high MMR in a specific region may prompt healthcare authorities to allocate more resources, strengthen referral systems, and conduct audits of maternal deaths to identify preventable causes.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key terms in the question: 'current MMR', 'Haryana', and 'India'. This indicates the question requires specific, up-to-date factual data.
Recognize that health statistics like MMR are updated periodically by official sources like the Sample Registration System (SRS).
Recall or look for the data from the most relevant recent period. Questions on exams may sometimes lag behind the very latest data release.
Evaluate the given options. Compare the pairs of values for Haryana and India with the known data for different periods.
Select the option that correctly matches a specific, consistent dataset (e.g., the 2016-18 SRS report).
Mentally note the most recent data (2018-2020: India 97, Haryana 110) as it is crucial for current practice, even if not reflected in the options.

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