SURVIVOR'S GUIDE - Spellbound

The video explores the challenges of maternal and child health in Bangladesh, highlighting traditional practices, high child mortality rates, and the lack of healthcare access. It follows Nasima's story of loss and resilience, emphasizing the importance of community initiatives and healthcare improvements. Despite progress, economic and cultural factors continue to impact health outcomes.

Why was Nasima's baby's ear pierced immediately after birth?

• To improve the baby's health

• To mark the baby's identity

• To make the baby less attractive to evil spirits

• To follow a family tradition

What significant improvement has Bangladesh seen in child survival rates?

• Eliminating all child diseases

• Doubling the survival rate of newborns

• Increasing the number of hospitals

• Reducing the birth rate

What is the estimated number of newborn deaths in Bangladesh per year?

• 50,000

• 100,000

• 120,000

• 150,000

What is a major challenge for healthcare in Bangladesh?

• Overpopulation in urban areas

• High cost of medical services

• Shortage of trained medical staff

• Lack of modern medical equipment

What is the role of the village theatre group?

• To entertain children

• To promote traditional healing

• To encourage hospital births

• To teach farming techniques

How are community volunteers helping pregnant women in Bangladesh?

• By performing medical procedures

• By offering transportation to hospitals

• By tracking pregnant women and educating them

• By providing free food

What is the primary function of the rickshaw bought by the volunteers?

• To transport goods

• To act as an ambulance

• To provide employment

• To serve as a mobile clinic

What is a significant cause of low birth weight in Bangladesh?

• High altitude

• Poor maternal nutrition

• Lack of exercise

• Genetic factors

What economic challenge is highlighted in the video?

• Decreasing agricultural output

• Lack of foreign investment

• Rising food prices

• High unemployment rates

What traditional practice does Nasima use to protect her baby?

• Using herbal medicine

• Applying black ink

• Performing a dance

• Singing lullabies