Indian Public Health System — PHC, CHC, SC

According to the Indian Public Health System hierarchy, which of the following is the most common reason for referral from a Primary Health Centre (PHC) to a Community Health Centre (CHC)?

Which of the following is the correct population norm for establishment of a Community Health Centre (CHC) in the Indian Public Health System?

A 28-year-old woman from a rural village in Madhya Pradesh presents to the local health facility with complaints of irregular menstrual cycles and mild abdominal pain for 3 months. On examination, she is found to have a blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg and BMI of 32 kg/m². The health worker at the facility refers her to the district hospital for further evaluation. Which level of the Indian public health system is this facility most likely to be?

Which functional capacity best distinguishes a Community Health Centre (CHC) from a Primary Health Centre (PHC) in India's tiered health system?

A 28-year-old primigravida at 32 weeks gestation attends the Sub-Centre (SC) in a rural village in Uttar Pradesh for antenatal care. On examination, she has a blood pressure of 160/110 mmHg, proteinuria 2+, and complains of headache. The ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) at the SC suspects preeclampsia. What is the most appropriate immediate next step?