CBC CBC Breastfeeding Support & Lactation

Question 1

Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk production (lactogenesis) in the postpartum period?

Accepted Answer

Prolactin

Answer

Oxytocin

Answer

Estrogen

Answer

Progesterone

Question 2

What is the recommended duration of exclusive breastfeeding according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as of 2022?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

3 months

Answer

12 months

Answer

2 years

Question 3

A mother reports that her nipples are cracked and painful. The FIRST step a breast counselor should assess is:

Accepted Answer

Infant's latch and positioning

Answer

Mother's fluid intake

Answer

Use of nipple shields

Answer

Breast milk composition

Question 4

Which breastfeeding position is most commonly recommended for a mother recovering from a cesarean section?

Accepted Answer

Football (clutch) hold

Answer

Cradle hold

Answer

Cross-cradle hold

Answer

Laid-back position

Question 5

Galactosemia in a newborn is considered an absolute contraindication to breastfeeding because:

Accepted Answer

Breast milk contains lactose that the infant cannot metabolize

Answer

Breast milk lacks essential amino acids for the infant

Answer

Maternal antibodies in breast milk worsen the condition

Answer

Breast milk interferes with galactosemia medication

Question 6

What does the term 'let-down reflex' refer to in lactation?

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin-mediated ejection of milk from the alveoli

Answer

The physical descent of the breast during pregnancy

Answer

Prolactin surge following birth

Answer

Colostrum transition to mature milk