Pregnancy-Related Deaths Climbed In Pandemic's First Year

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on maternal mortality, highlighting that there were nearly 24 deaths per 100,000 births in 2020. It covers the potential causes, including delayed medical care, and the increased risks associated with pregnancy during the pandemic.

What was the maternal mortality rate per 100,000 births in 2020?

• 36 deaths

• 18 deaths

• 24 deaths

• 30 deaths

Which of the following is included in the maternal mortality statistics?

• Deaths during pregnancy only

• Deaths due to non-pregnancy-related causes

• Deaths during childbirth only

• Deaths during pregnancy, childbirth, or the year after

What is not yet known about the coronavirus in relation to maternal mortality?

• If it directly caused maternal deaths

• If it decreased the birth rate

• If it had no impact on healthcare

• If it increased the birth rate

What did many people do regarding medical care during the pandemic?

• Sought alternative medicine

• Increased their visits

• Delayed or avoided it

• Had no change in behavior

What do experts suggest about the delay in medical care during the pandemic?

• It improved healthcare outcomes

• It could increase pregnancy risks

• It decreased pregnancy risks

• It had no effect on pregnancy risks