CLC Breastfeeding Equipment & Milk Expression

Question 1

Which breast shield (flange) size is considered the standard fit and used as a starting point when fitting a mother for a breast pump?

Accepted Answer

24 mm

Answer

17 mm

Answer

30 mm

Answer

21 mm

Question 2

When fitting a breast pump flange, the flange is considered correctly sized when:

Accepted Answer

The nipple moves freely in the tunnel without the areola being pulled in excessively

Answer

The entire areola fits inside the flange tunnel

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The nipple fills the tunnel completely with no space around it

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The flange creates a visible ring around the base of the breast

Question 3

What is the maximum recommended storage time for freshly expressed breast milk kept at room temperature (up to 77°F/25°C)?

Accepted Answer

4 hours

Answer

8 hours

Answer

12 hours

Answer

2 hours

Question 4

According to CDC guidelines, how long can freshly expressed breast milk be safely stored in a standard refrigerator at 40°F (4°C)?

Accepted Answer

Up to 4 days

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Up to 2 days

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Up to 7 days

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Up to 10 days

Question 5

When storing breast milk in a deep freezer at 0°F (-18°C), the recommended maximum storage time is:

Accepted Answer

12 months

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3 months

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6 months

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18 months

Question 6

A mother reports that her refrigerated breast milk has a soapy or rancid smell after several days. This is most likely due to:

Accepted Answer

Excess lipase activity breaking down milk fats

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Bacterial contamination from unclean pump parts

Answer

Normal variation in milk composition

Answer

An allergic reaction in the infant