Certified Lactation Specialist Lactation Specialist Clinical Tools & Breastfeeding Devices 3

Question 1

Which assessment tool is used to quantify infant breastfeeding behavior including latch, audible swallowing, nipple type, comfort, and hold?

Accepted Answer

LATCH scoring system

Answer

The LATCH tool scores five components—Latch, Audible swallowing, Nipple type, Comfort, and Hold—to evaluate and document breastfeeding sessions.

Question 2

An infant feeding scale accurate to 2 grams is used primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Measure milk intake during a test-weight feed

Answer

Test-weight feeding—weighing the infant before and after breastfeeding—quantifies milk transfer during a single nursing session.

Question 3

A hospital-grade multi-user breast pump differs from a personal single-user pump primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Uses a closed system preventing milk contamination between users

Answer

Hospital-grade pumps use a closed system so milk cannot enter the motor, making them safe for multiple users with individual collection kits.

Question 4

Which type of breast pump is most appropriate for an exclusively pumping mother who needs to build and maintain full supply long-term?

Accepted Answer

Hospital-grade double electric pump used 8 or more times daily

Answer

A hospital-grade double electric pump used at least 8 times per 24 hours most effectively establishes and maintains full milk production for exclusive pumpers.

Question 5

Breast shells (milk cups worn inside the bra) are clinically used to:

Accepted Answer

Collect dripping milk and provide non-compressive nipple protection

Answer

Breast shells collect leaking milk and relieve pressure on sore nipples by keeping fabric from rubbing against them.

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