Question 1

Breastfeeding rates are highest in _____ and lowest in _____.

Accepted Answer

A) eastern states;the Midwest 
B) southern states;eastern states 
C) western states;southern states 
D) southern states;western states 
E) the Midwest;southern states 
A) eastern states;the Midwest 
B) southern states;eastern states 
C) western states;southern states 
D) southern states;western states 
E) the Midwest;southern states

Question 2

Use the following information for questions:
A young woman comes into your office for a lactation consultation complaining that her 1-month-old baby is colicky and slow to gain weight.Her baby requires 6 to 7 diaper changes each day and suffers from diarrhea.She tells you she allows the baby to nurse equally on each breast so that she does not feel "overfull";she is desperate for help and asks your advice on what to do.A 24-hour diet history provides the following information about her eating habits.
Breakfast: &ensp;&ensp;cereal,milk,banana,and walnut pieces;sometimes she has eggs
Lunch:&ensp;&ensp;peanut butter sandwich,salad,and grapes with a glass of milk
Dinner:&ensp;&ensp;fish or chicken,vegetables,potato or rice,applesauce,and milk
Snacks:&ensp;&ensp;change daily,but she likes trail mix because it is easy to eat when nursing
-After looking at her diet,what changes could you suggest to help with the baby's colic?

Accepted Answer

A) Eliminate all fruit except canned fruit 
B) Eliminate nuts 
C) Eliminate dairy products 
D) All of the above 
E) b and c only 
A) Eliminate all fruit except canned fruit 
B) Eliminate nuts 
C) Eliminate dairy products 
D) All of the above 
E) b and c only

Question 3

Is it normal for colostrum to be green?

Accepted Answer

A) Yes;colostrum is the first milk and is always green. 
B) No;this definitely sounds wrong;you should talk to you doctor about it. 
C) The green color will clear up if you continue to nurse. 
A) Yes;colostrum is the first milk and is always green. 
B) No;this definitely sounds wrong;you should talk to you doctor about it. 
C) The green color will clear up if you continue to nurse.

Question 4

As of 2012 breastfeeding rates are continuing to rise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Infants appear to be interested in their mother's milk when flavors are new to them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Letdown ONLY occurs when the infant suckles the breast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An urban community wants to decrease ethnic and racial disparities in early postpartum breastfeeding rates.Which ethnic group would most likely have the greatest potential for increased breastfeeding rates?

Accepted Answer

A) African American women 
B) White women 
C) Hispanic women 
D) Asian women 
E) Latina women 
A) African American women 
B) White women 
C) Hispanic women 
D) Asian women 
E) Latina women

Question 8

The hormone responsible for uterine contractions and the minimization of maternal postpartum blood loss is:

Accepted Answer

A) prolactin. 
B) oxytocin. 
C) estrogen. 
D) progesterone. 
E) testosterone. 
A) prolactin. 
B) oxytocin. 
C) estrogen. 
D) progesterone. 
E) testosterone.

Question 9

On the second feeding after birth,a first-time mom was concerned that her infant was not getting enough milk.What would the lactation consultant want the new mom to know?

Accepted Answer

A) The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a large amount of protein. 
B) The infant needs only ½ to 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days. 
C) The infant needs human milk substitutes to ensure adequate energy intake. 
D) The infant needs supplemental sugar water to ensure adequate energy intake. 
E) a and b 
A) The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a large amount of protein. 
B) The infant needs only ½ to 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days. 
C) The infant needs human milk substitutes to ensure adequate energy intake. 
D) The infant needs supplemental sugar water to ensure adequate energy intake. 
E) a and b

Question 10

Continuing to nurse while you are sick actually protects your baby because:

Accepted Answer

A) you do not pass germs through breast milk. 
B) your breast milk is full of antibodies that are passed on to your baby. 
C) you do not contaminate bottles by handling them. 
D) infant formulas are higher in vitamins and minerals and help boost the baby's immune system. 
A) you do not pass germs through breast milk. 
B) your breast milk is full of antibodies that are passed on to your baby. 
C) you do not contaminate bottles by handling them. 
D) infant formulas are higher in vitamins and minerals and help boost the baby's immune system.

Question 11

Control of the amount of milk produced is regulated by _____.

Accepted Answer

A) how strongly an infant suckles 
B) how often an infant suckles 
C) how many infants are fed 
D) how much milk is removed from the breast 
E) Both c and d 
A) how strongly an infant suckles 
B) how often an infant suckles 
C) how many infants are fed 
D) how much milk is removed from the breast 
E) Both c and d

Question 12

Shelly is a 25-year-old breastfeeding mom who is trying to lose weight.Her OBGYN has suggested that she go on a very-low-fat diet (~15% of calories)to help with weight loss.How will this change the fat composition of her breast milk?

Accepted Answer

A) It will not change the fat composition at all. 
B) Her breast milk will contain more very-long-chain fatty acids. 
C) Her breast milk will contain more saturated fatty acids. 
D) Her breast milk will contain more medium-chain fatty acids. 
E) Her breast milk will contain more cholesterol. 
A) It will not change the fat composition at all. 
B) Her breast milk will contain more very-long-chain fatty acids. 
C) Her breast milk will contain more saturated fatty acids. 
D) Her breast milk will contain more medium-chain fatty acids. 
E) Her breast milk will contain more cholesterol.

Question 13

A low-income mom began breastfeeding in the hospital and was discharged with a healthy infant.The critical time for a public health nurse to visit after discharge (which would improve the likelihood of continuing breastfeeding)is _____ after discharge.

Accepted Answer

A) 5-7 days 
B) 7-10 days 
C) 14-21 days 
D) 3 months 
A) 5-7 days 
B) 7-10 days 
C) 14-21 days 
D) 3 months

Question 14

Breastfeeding may be used to reduce infant discomfort during minor invasive procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What fat-soluble vitamin is given to infants at birth?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin A 
B) Vitamin D 
C) Vitamin E 
D) Vitamin K 
A) Vitamin A 
B) Vitamin D 
C) Vitamin E 
D) Vitamin K

Question 16

A health care professional was asked by a nursing mom,"How many glasses of water should I drink a today?" What would be an appropriate recommendation?

Accepted Answer

A) 6-8 glasses 
B) 8-10 glasses 
C) >10 glasses 
D) Drink enough fluids to keep your urine pale yellow. 
A) 6-8 glasses 
B) 8-10 glasses 
C) >10 glasses 
D) Drink enough fluids to keep your urine pale yellow.

Question 17

One of the key messages of the WIC Best Start campaign is the involvement of family and friends to make breastfeeding a success.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In the early 1900s almost all infants in the U.S.were breastfed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A baby that is not given vitamin K at birth may have:

Accepted Answer

A) excessive bleeding due to a lack of blood clotting. 
B) decreased calcium absorption. 
C) increased incidence of colic. 
D) increased incidence of diarrhea. 
E) All of the above 
A) excessive bleeding due to a lack of blood clotting. 
B) decreased calcium absorption. 
C) increased incidence of colic. 
D) increased incidence of diarrhea. 
E) All of the above

Question 20

What hormone is necessary for the let-down reflex?

Accepted Answer

A) Oxytocin 
B) Prolactin 
C) Estrogen 
D) Progesterone 
E) Both c and d 
A) Oxytocin 
B) Prolactin 
C) Estrogen 
D) Progesterone 
E) Both c and d

Breastfeeding rates are highest in _ and lowest in _.

Is it normal for colostrum to be green?

As of 2012 breastfeeding rates are continuing to rise.

Infants appear to be interested in their mother's milk when flavors are new to them.

Letdown ONLY occurs when the infant suckles the breast.

An urban community wants to decrease ethnic and racial disparities in early postpartum breastfeeding rates.Which ethnic group would most likely have the greatest potential for increased breastfeeding rates?

The hormone responsible for uterine contractions and the minimization of maternal postpartum blood loss is:

On the second feeding after birth,a first-time mom was concerned that her infant was not getting enough milk.What would the lactation consultant want the new mom to know?

Continuing to nurse while you are sick actually protects your baby because:

Control of the amount of milk produced is regulated by _____.

Shelly is a 25-year-old breastfeeding mom who is trying to lose weight.Her OBGYN has suggested that she go on a very-low-fat diet (~15% of calories)to help with weight loss.How will this change the fat composition of her breast milk?

A low-income mom began breastfeeding in the hospital and was discharged with a healthy infant.The critical time for a public health nurse to visit after discharge (which would improve the likelihood of continuing breastfeeding)is _____ after discharge.

Breastfeeding may be used to reduce infant discomfort during minor invasive procedures.

What fat-soluble vitamin is given to infants at birth?

A health care professional was asked by a nursing mom,"How many glasses of water should I drink a today?" What would be an appropriate recommendation?

One of the key messages of the WIC Best Start campaign is the involvement of family and friends to make breastfeeding a success.

In the early 1900s almost all infants in the U.S.were breastfed.

A baby that is not given vitamin K at birth may have:

What hormone is necessary for the let-down reflex?

Nutrition Basics

Preconception Nutrition

Preconception Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Nutrition During Pregnancy: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Lactation: Conditions and Interventions

Infant Nutrition

Infant Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Adolescent Nutrition

Adolescent Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Adult Nutrition

Adult Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition and Older Adults

Nutrition and Older Adults: Conditions and Interventions

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Breastfeeding rates are highest in _____ and lowest in _____.

Is it normal for colostrum to be green?

As of 2012 breastfeeding rates are continuing to rise.

Infants appear to be interested in their mother's milk when flavors are new to them.

Letdown ONLY occurs when the infant suckles the breast.

An urban community wants to decrease ethnic and racial disparities in early postpartum breastfeeding rates.Which ethnic group would most likely have the greatest potential for increased breastfeeding rates?

The hormone responsible for uterine contractions and the minimization of maternal postpartum blood loss is:

On the second feeding after birth,a first-time mom was concerned that her infant was not getting enough milk.What would the lactation consultant want the new mom to know?

Continuing to nurse while you are sick actually protects your baby because:

Control of the amount of milk produced is regulated by _____.

Shelly is a 25-year-old breastfeeding mom who is trying to lose weight.Her OBGYN has suggested that she go on a very-low-fat diet (~15% of calories)to help with weight loss.How will this change the fat composition of her breast milk?

A low-income mom began breastfeeding in the hospital and was discharged with a healthy infant.The critical time for a public health nurse to visit after discharge (which would improve the likelihood of continuing breastfeeding)is _____ after discharge.

Breastfeeding may be used to reduce infant discomfort during minor invasive procedures.

What fat-soluble vitamin is given to infants at birth?

A health care professional was asked by a nursing mom,"How many glasses of water should I drink a today?" What would be an appropriate recommendation?

One of the key messages of the WIC Best Start campaign is the involvement of family and friends to make breastfeeding a success.

In the early 1900s almost all infants in the U.S.were breastfed.

A baby that is not given vitamin K at birth may have:

What hormone is necessary for the let-down reflex?

Nutrition Basics

Preconception Nutrition

Preconception Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Nutrition During Pregnancy: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition During Lactation: Conditions and Interventions

Infant Nutrition

Infant Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition

Toddler and Preschooler Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition

Child and Preadolescent Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Adolescent Nutrition

Adolescent Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Adult Nutrition

Adult Nutrition: Conditions and Interventions

Nutrition and Older Adults

Nutrition and Older Adults: Conditions and Interventions

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Breastfeeding rates are highest in _ and lowest in _.