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Question 1

What is the recommended maximum storage duration for frozen breast milk in a dedicated deep freezer (0°F / -18°C) for a healthy term infant?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) and AAP guidelines recommend using frozen breast milk within 6 months for optimal quality, though 12 months is acceptable.

Question 2

When cleaning pump parts that contact breast milk, which method is recommended as the minimum after each use?

Accepted Answer

Wash with hot soapy water, rinse, and air dry

Answer

CDC guidelines recommend washing pump parts with hot soapy water, rinsing thoroughly, and air drying on a clean surface after each use.

Question 3

A supplemental nursing system (SNS) at the breast is most useful for:

Accepted Answer

Delivering supplemental milk while the infant suckles at the breast

Answer

An SNS delivers supplemental milk through a thin tube taped to the nipple, allowing the infant to receive extra nutrition while stimulating the breast.

Question 4

Which type of nipple is most likely to benefit from a silicone nipple shield to achieve latch?

Accepted Answer

Inverted nipple

Answer

Inverted nipples do not protrude enough for the infant to latch effectively, and a nipple shield creates the needed projection for successful feeding.

Question 5

When thawing frozen breast milk, which method is safest?

Accepted Answer

Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or under warm running water

Answer

Refrigerator thawing or warm running water preserves immunological properties; microwaving creates hot spots and degrades bioactive components.

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