Consider the following statements regarding the MusQan initiative: 1. To reduce preventable mortality and morbidity of children below 12 years of age. 2. All pregnant women and sick infants up to 1 year of age attending public health facilities are entitled to free services, drugs and consumables as well as diagnostics services. 3. To provide child-friendly services to the newborn and children in a humane & supportive environment. 4. It is an intensified programme to bring undiluted focus on promotion of breastfeeding and other infant & young child feeding practices. Which of the options given above is/are correct?

What is MusQan initiative?

• It is a new quality improvement initiative for the paediatric age group (0-12 years), within the existing National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) framework. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.

Objectives

• To reduce preventable mortality and morbidity among children below 12 years of age.
• To enhance Quality of Care (QoC) as per National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS).
• To promote adherence to evidence-based practices and standard treatment guidelines & protocols.
• To provide child-friendly services to newborns and children in a humane and supportive environment. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
• To enhance the satisfaction of mothers and families, seeking healthcare for their child.

Additional Information

• Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakaram (JSSK) was launched in June 2011 to eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for both pregnant women and sick infants. Essential care is provided to the mother and her neonate within 48 hours. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.
• The Mothers' Absolute Affection (MAA) program is a nationwide program launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to promote breastfeeding and other infant and young child feeding practices. Hence, Statement 4 is not correct.