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Midwife Licensure Examination reviewer
Mondspace (mondspace.app) is a review app for midwifery graduates preparing for the Midwife Licensure Examination, which is run by PRC. It covers the exam area by area and subject by subject, and every question comes with a full explanation. Free to start.
What the exam track covers
The outline below is read from the live app. It follows the exam's own Table of Specifications, area by area. Open a subject to see its topics.
Fundamentals of Health Care
Introduction to Health Care
- Concepts of Health, Wellness, and Illness
- Concepts of the Person and Human Needs
- Health-Care Systems and Health-Care Personnel
- Basic Health-Care Ethics and Patient Rights
Foundations of Midwifery Practice
- The Health-Care Process
- Patient Assessment and Basic Observations
- Vital Signs
- Personal Hygiene and Activities of Daily Living
- Bed Making and Patient Positioning
- Intake, Output, and Weight Monitoring
- Comfort, Rest, Sleep, and Pain
- Mobility, Activity, and Body Mechanics
- Patient Safety and Risk Prevention
Infection Prevention and Control
- Basic Principles of Infection
- Hand Hygiene and Standard Precautions
- Asepsis and Sterilization
- Isolation and Transmission-Based Precautions
- Health-Care Waste and Environmental Hygiene
First Aid and Immediate Care
- Principles of First Aid
- Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Bleeding, Wounds, and Shock
- Burns, Fractures, and Other Injuries
- Medical Emergencies
Communication and Interpersonal Relations
- Basic Communication Principles
- Communication with Patients and Families
- Documentation and Handover
- Interpersonal Relations and Conflict Management
General Psychology and Behavioral Health Foundations
- Basic Psychological Concepts
- Human Growth and Development
- Learning, Motivation, and Behavior Change
- Stress, Coping, and Emotional Responses
Fundamentals of Sociology and Transcultural Care
- Basic Sociological Concepts
- Culture and Health Practices
- Gender, Family, and Social Relationships
- Social Factors Affecting Maternal and Child Health
General Anatomy and Physiology
- Anatomical Foundations
- Cells, Tissues, and Body Organization
- Cardiovascular System
- Respiratory System
- Digestive and Urinary Systems
- Nervous and Endocrine Systems
- Musculoskeletal, Integumentary, and Immune Systems
- Reproductive System: Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Bacteriology and Microbiology
- Bacterial Structure and Classification
- Bacterial Pathogenesis and Disease
- General Microbiology
- Infection, Immunity, and Prevention
Parasitology
- Basic Principles of Parasitology
- Protozoan Parasites
- Helminths
- Ectoparasites and Parasitic Disease Prevention
Nutrition
- Fundamentals of Nutrition
- Vitamins and Minerals
- Nutritional Assessment and Diet Planning
- Maternal and Lactation Nutrition
Basic Pharmacology
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Medication Safety
- Drug Classes Relevant to General Health Care
- Pharmacology in Maternal and Newborn Care
Gender and Development, Patient-Centered Care, and Transcultural Practice
- Gender and Development in Health Care
- Patient-Centered and Culturally Responsive Care
- Quality and Safety in Basic Care
Primary Health Care
Principles and Concepts of Primary Health Care
- Definition and Philosophy of PHC
- Essential Elements of PHC
- Principles of PHC
- Levels of Prevention
- Social Determinants of Health
Philippine Health Care Delivery System
- Structure of the Health System
- Levels of Health Care and Referral
- Universal Health Care
- Local Government and Community Health Services
- Barangay Health Workers
Community Health Assessment and Diagnosis
- Community Assessment
- Data Collection Methods
- Community Diagnosis
- Planning Community Interventions
- Household and Community Risk Assessment
Community Health Programs and Services
- National and Local Health Programs
- Immunization Programs
- Integrated Disease Prevention and Control
- Health Service Access and Continuity
Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Community Health
- Maternal Health Services
- Newborn Health
- Child Health
- Adolescent Health
- Family-Centered Care
Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services
- Reproductive Health Principles
- Family Planning Methods
- Counseling and Service Delivery
- Philippine Reproductive Health Policies
Environmental Health and Sanitation
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
- Solid Waste and Environmental Management
- Vector Control
- Housing and Occupational Health
Communicable Disease Prevention and Control
- Principles of Infection and Transmission
- Priority Communicable Diseases
- Disease Reporting and Outbreak Control
- Antimicrobial Resistance
Nutrition and Community Nutrition Programs
- Fundamentals of Nutrition
- Maternal Nutrition
- Infant and Young Child Feeding
- Community Nutrition Programs
Health Education, Promotion and Communication
- Health Education Principles
- Teaching Methods and Materials
- Communication and Counseling
- Health Campaigns
Community Organizing and Participation
- Community Participation
- Community Organizing Process
- Community Partners
- Community Mobilization
Community Health Service Management
- Management Principles
- Health Center Operations
- Health Information and Documentation
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Teamwork and Referral Coordination
Epidemiology, Surveillance and Vital Statistics
- Epidemiologic Concepts
- Measures of Health and Disease
- Surveillance
- Vital Statistics
- Screening and Epidemiologic Reasoning
Primary Health Care Laws, Policies and Health Financing
- Core Philippine Laws
- Policy Application
- Health Financing
- Health Policy Implementation
Disaster Preparedness, First Response and Community Referral
- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Community Emergency Response
- Maternal and Newborn Care During Disasters
- Public Health Emergencies
Ethics, Cultural Safety and Equity in Community Care
- Ethical Principles
- Cultural Safety
- Vulnerable Populations and Equity
- Patient Protection and Professional Conduct
Obstetrics
Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
- Female Reproductive Anatomy
- Male Reproductive Anatomy
- Female Reproductive Physiology
- Reproductive Hormones and Conception Physiology
Fertilization, Embryology and Fetal Development
- Fertilization and Implantation
- Embryonic Development
- Fetal Growth and Maturation
- Placenta, Membranes and Amniotic Fluid
- Fetal Circulation
Pregnancy Diagnosis and Physiological Adaptations
- Signs and Diagnosis of Pregnancy
- Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
- Gestational Age and Estimated Date of Delivery
- Gravidity, Parity and Obstetric History
- Prenatal Care and Maternal-Fetal Assessment
Normal Labor and Childbirth
- Physiology and Onset of Labor
- The Five Ps of Labor
- Fetal Presentation, Position and Mechanism of Labor
- Stages and Phases of Labor
- Normal Vaginal Birth
- Third-Stage Labor Management
Intrapartum Assessment and Management
- Maternal Monitoring During Labor
- Fetal Monitoring During Labor
- Partograph and Labor-Progress Assessment
- Pain Relief and Supportive Intrapartum Care
- Infection Prevention and Aseptic Technique
- Immediate Maternal and Newborn Transition
Obstetric Complications and Emergencies
- Antepartum Hemorrhage
- Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Loss and Early-Pregnancy Emergencies
- Preterm Labor and Membrane Rupture
- Abnormal Labor and Obstructed Labor
- Obstetric Emergencies During Birth
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
- Obstetric Infections and Sepsis
High-Risk Pregnancy and Medical Disorders
- Gestational Diabetes and Pre-Existing Diabetes
- Anemia and Hematologic Conditions
- Cardiac, Respiratory and Renal Disease
- Infectious Diseases in Pregnancy
- Multiple Pregnancy and Fetal-Growth Abnormalities
- Other Maternal Risk Conditions
Puerperium and Postpartum Maternal Care
- Normal Postpartum Physiology
- Postpartum Maternal Assessment
- Postpartum Complications
- Breastfeeding and Lactation Physiology
- Postpartum Counseling and Follow-Up
Obstetric Procedures, Medications and Clinical Decision-Making
- Obstetric Assessment Procedures
- Obstetric Medications
- Obstetric Procedures and Interventions
- Clinical Prioritization and Referral
Infant Care and Feeding
Newborn Assessment and Normal Adaptation
- Definitions and Classification of the Newborn
- Normal Physiological Adaptation After Birth
- Immediate Newborn Assessment
- Essential Intrapartum and Newborn Care (EINC)
Routine Newborn Care and Hygiene
- Thermal Care
- Umbilical Cord Care
- Skin, Eye, Oral, and General Hygiene
- Safe Sleep and Injury Prevention
- Elimination and Output Monitoring
Breastfeeding and Lactation Management
- Anatomy and Physiology of Lactation
- Benefits and Principles of Breastfeeding
- Positioning and Attachment
- Assessing Breastfeeding Adequacy
- Common Breastfeeding Difficulties
- Expression, Storage, and Alternative Feeding
- Breastfeeding Counseling and Philippine Policy
Infant Nutrition and Complementary Feeding
- Nutritional Requirements of Infants
- Exclusive Breastfeeding and Feeding During the First Six Months
- Complementary Feeding From Six Months
- Feeding Practices and Dietary Problems
- Nutritional Assessment
Growth and Development During Infancy
- Principles of Growth and Development
- Physical Growth
- Gross and Fine Motor Development
- Cognitive, Language, and Sensory Development
- Social and Emotional Development
- Developmental Surveillance and Early Intervention
Routine Infant Health Assessment and Preventive Care
- Health History and Physical Assessment
- Routine Preventive Care
- Newborn Screening
- Hearing, Vision, and Congenital Abnormality Screening
- Infant Immunization
Common Neonatal and Infant Disorders
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Neonatal Infections and Sepsis
- Respiratory Disorders
- Hypoglycemia and Metabolic Problems
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Hematologic and Blood-Group Disorders
- Neurologic and Congenital Disorders
Prematurity, Low Birth Weight, and High-Risk Infants
- Prematurity and Low Birth Weight
- Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC)
- Care of Infants Requiring Specialized Support
- Discharge Planning for Newborns
Common Infant Illnesses and First-Line Care
- Acute Respiratory Infections
- Diarrheal Diseases and Dehydration
- Fever and Acute Illness
- Skin Conditions and Parasitic or Infectious Problems
- Other Common Infant Conditions
Infant Safety, Emergencies, and Basic Resuscitation
- Recognition of Neonatal Danger Signs
- Neonatal Resuscitation Principles
- Choking and Aspiration
- Accidents and Injury Prevention
Infant Care in the Philippine Health System
- Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI)
- Maternal and Child Health Services
- Philippine Laws and Public Health Programs Relevant to Infants
Integrated Sciences Applied to Infant Care and Feeding
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Nutrition and Biochemistry
- Microbiology and Infection Control
- Pharmacology
- Psychology and Sociology
Professional Growth and Development
Professional Identity, Roles, and Standards of Midwifery
- The Midwifery Profession
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Midwife
- Standards of Professional Practice
Philippine Midwifery Law and Professional Regulation
- Philippine Midwifery Act of 1992
- Legal Responsibilities in Clinical Practice
- Related Laws and Regulations
Ethics of Midwifery Practice
- Midwives' Code of Ethics
- Ethical Responsibilities to Patients
- Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues and the Profession
Professional Communication and Interprofessional Collaboration
- Therapeutic Communication
- Interprofessional Communication
- Documentation and Health Information
Continuing Professional Development and Lifelong Learning
- Professional Growth
- Evidence-Informed Professional Practice
- Career Development
Research Literacy and Evidence-Based Practice
- Foundations of Health Research
- Evidence Appraisal
- Research Ethics
Leadership, Administration, and Supervision
- Leadership in Midwifery
- Management and Decision-Making
- Supervision and Performance Evaluation
Health Education, Teaching, and Professional Development of Others
- Principles of Teaching and Learning
- Health Teaching Methods
- Clinical Teaching and Mentoring
Quality Assurance, Patient Safety, and Risk Management
- Quality Assurance
- Patient Safety and Risk Management
- Audits and Professional Accountability
Personal Effectiveness, Professional Resilience, and Workplace Conduct
- Time and Workload Management
- Stress Management and Professional Resilience
- Workplace Professionalism
Cultural Competence, Human Rights, and Professional Social Responsibility
- Culturally Responsive Care
- Human Rights and Patient Advocacy
- Social Responsibility
Professional Organizations, Regulation, and Career Opportunities
- Professional Organizations
- Professional Career Development
How Mondspace helps you review for the exam
- Practice questions with a full explanation after every answer.
- Flashcards, including fill-in-the-blank cards, for what you keep forgetting.
- Timed mock boards that follow the exam's own areas.
- A progress view that shows which subjects are strong and which are not.
- My Reviewer: upload your own notes and drill from them.
Questions
Is it Mondspace or Mindspace?
Mondspace, spelled M-O-N-D-S-P-A-C-E. It is a brand name, not a typo, and it is a different product from Mindspace. Search for "mondspace.app" to find us.
Is Mondspace affiliated with PRC?
No. Mondspace is an independent review tool. It is not affiliated with the PRC, CSC, NAPOLCOM or any review center.
Can I try the exam track before paying?
Yes. It is free to start. Make an account and open the Midwife Licensure Examination track.