CLE Study Startup & Feasibility 2

Question 1

A CLE is planning a breastfeeding support group at a rural clinic. Which feasibility factor should be assessed FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Community breastfeeding rates and need

Answer

Assessing community need establishes whether there is sufficient demand to justify launching the program before allocating resources.

Question 2

When conducting a needs assessment for a hospital lactation program, which data source provides the most direct evidence of unmet need?

Accepted Answer

In-house breastfeeding duration and support request records

Answer

Internal records of support requests and breastfeeding outcomes directly reflect the specific population the program will serve.

Question 3

A CLE identifies that mothers in a low-income community lack access to breast pumps. What is the best first step in program startup?

Accepted Answer

Research existing community resources and insurance coverage options

Answer

Mapping existing resources prevents duplication of services and informs a more targeted, sustainable program design.

Question 4

Which statement best describes a 'logic model' in the context of lactation program planning?

Accepted Answer

A visual framework linking inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes

Answer

A logic model maps the relationship between resources, program activities, and the short- and long-term outcomes expected.

Question 5

A CLE wants to start a peer counselor program. Which stakeholder is MOST critical to engage during the feasibility phase?

Accepted Answer

Local public health department leadership

Answer

Local public health leadership can provide funding pathways, population data, and institutional support essential to program viability.

(CLE) Certified Lactation Educator Practice Test