CBC CBC Breastfeeding Support & Lactation

Question 1

Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk production (lactogenesis) in the postpartum period?

Accepted Answer

Prolactin

Answer

Prolactin, secreted by the anterior pituitary, drives milk synthesis in the alveolar cells of the breast.

Question 2

What is the recommended duration of exclusive breastfeeding according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as of 2022?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

The AAP updated its guidance in 2022 recommending exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months followed by continued breastfeeding alongside complementary foods.

Question 3

A mother reports that her nipples are cracked and painful. The FIRST step a breast counselor should assess is:

Accepted Answer

Infant's latch and positioning

Answer

Poor latch is the most common cause of nipple trauma, so correcting positioning and latch is the first priority.

Question 4

Which breastfeeding position is most commonly recommended for a mother recovering from a cesarean section?

Accepted Answer

Football (clutch) hold

Answer

The football hold keeps the infant away from the abdominal incision, making it the preferred position after a C-section.

Question 5

Galactosemia in a newborn is considered an absolute contraindication to breastfeeding because:

Accepted Answer

Breast milk contains lactose that the infant cannot metabolize

Answer

Infants with classic galactosemia cannot break down galactose found in lactose in breast milk, leading to life-threatening accumulation.

(CBC) Certified Breast Counselor Practice Test

(CBC) Certified Breast Counselor Practice Test

CBC CBC Breastfeeding Support & Lactation