With which of the following, the "Indradhanush scheme" is associated with:

Combined AIIMS - 2020 (Jodhpur, Bhopal, Patna, Raipur)

Community Health Nursing

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Appeared in: Combined AIIMS - 2020 (Jodhpur, Bhopal, Patna, Raipur)

Explanation

Mission Indradhanush is a flagship immunization program of the Government of India, launched in 2014.
Its primary objective is to ensure full immunization coverage for children under 2 years of age and pregnant women.
The name 'Indradhanush' (rainbow) originally represented the seven vaccine-preventable diseases targeted by the scheme.
The program focuses on high-risk and hard-to-reach areas to bridge the gaps in routine immunization services.

Option B: Sanitation is not the focus of the Indradhanush scheme.
Option C: The Mid-day meal programme is a separate initiative focused on nutrition for school children.
Option D: Since only immunization is the correct association, 'All of the above' is incorrect.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain National Health Programmes in India as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses, especially Community Health Nurses and ANMs, are at the forefront of implementing Mission Indradhanush. Their role includes identifying unvaccinated or partially vaccinated children, conducting vaccination sessions, maintaining the cold chain, and educating communities.
Accurate record-keeping and tracking of beneficiaries are crucial for the success of the mission and to ensure every child completes their immunization schedule.
What if a child has missed several vaccine doses and is now 18 months old? The nurse should not restart the schedule but should follow the 'catch-up' immunization guidelines provided by the national program to administer the missed doses at appropriate intervals.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key term in the question, which is 'Indradhanush scheme'.
Recall or deduce the primary objective of this specific government program. The name 'Indradhanush' (rainbow) is a mnemonic for the original seven diseases targeted by vaccination.
Evaluate each option. 'Immunization' directly aligns with the purpose of a vaccination drive.
Consider the other options. 'Sanitation' is linked to the Swachh Bharat Mission, and the 'Mid-day meal programme' is for school nutrition.
Since the other options represent different, well-known schemes, conclude that 'Immunization' is the only correct association and eliminate 'All of the above'.

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