IBCLC IBCLC - Certification Research and Evidence-Based Practice 2

Question 1

Which type of study examines the prevalence of breastfeeding at a single point in time?

Accepted Answer

Cross-sectional study

Answer

Cross-sectional studies collect data at one specific point in time, providing a snapshot of prevalence or characteristics in a population.

Question 2

A p-value of 0.03 in a breastfeeding study indicates:

Accepted Answer

There is a 3% chance of observing the results if the null hypothesis is true

Answer

A p-value represents the probability of obtaining results as extreme as observed, assuming the null hypothesis is true.

Question 3

Which research methodology is best suited to explore the lived experience of breastfeeding challenges among first-time mothers?

Accepted Answer

Qualitative phenomenological study

Answer

Phenomenological qualitative research explores the lived experiences and meanings that individuals assign to their personal experiences.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a confidence interval in research reporting?

Accepted Answer

To indicate the range within which the true population value likely falls

Answer

A confidence interval provides a range of plausible values for the true population parameter, typically calculated at the 95% confidence level.

Question 5

The ILCA Global Standards of Practice are best used by the IBCLC to:

Accepted Answer

Guide clinical decision-making and ensure consistent, evidence-based care

Answer

The ILCA Global Standards of Practice provide a framework for evidence-based, client-centered lactation care across all clinical settings.

IBCLC - Certification Exam Practice Test