CLC Practice Exam #6 Questions and Answers 2023

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CLC Practice Exam #6 Questions and Answers 2023 What is the most variable constituent of human milk, changing both within a single feed and daily? a) Cholesterol b) Lactose c) Calcium d) Fat ✔... Ans✔ d) Fat A research study shows that mothers who supplement their babies tend to breastfeed longer than those who don't supplement. Which of the following is most important to know in analyzing such a study? a) Who funded the study b) The authors' definition of breastfeeding c) The authors' definition of supplementation d) The socio-economic of the study participants ✔Ans✔ c) The authors' definition of supplementation Which of the following publications is likely to be most useful when considering which drugs are compatible with breastfeeding? a) The Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) updated monthly b) Studies published in peer reviewed journals in the last 7 years c) The drug insert that comes with each medication d) Drug information published every year in the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR) ✔Ans✔ a) The Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) updated monthly The best time for a baby to go to the breast for his first feed is: a) Right after birth b) Within the first six hours of birth c) As soon as the mother states she is ready d) When the baby demonstrates feeding cues ✔Ans✔ d) When the baby demonstrates feeding cues How does the growth pattern of the breastfed infant differ from the formula-fed infant? a) The breastfed newborn gains more slowly at all points in time than a formula-fed infant b) After an accelerated growth in the early months the breastfed baby slows at about 4 months c) The formula-fed infant grows in length faster than the breastfed baby in the first 6 months d) The breastfed infant has a larger head circumference than the formula-fed infant ✔Ans✔ b) After an accelerated growth in the early months the breastfed baby slows at about 4 months The LEAST important reason for accurate documentation is: a) To defend yourself in case of a lawsuit b) To provide parents with an individualized plan of care c) To assure the primary HCP has an accurate record of all intervention and suggestions d) To fulfill the requirements of the Standards of Practice for lactation consultants ✔Ans✔ b) To provide parents with an individualized plan of care Which factor is higher in colostrum than in mature milk? a) Fat b) Lactose c) Protein d) Oligosaccharides ✔Ans✔ c) Protein A 1-month-old infant who has malaria probably acquired the disease: a) Through breast milk b) Via the placenta during the pregnancy c) Via exposure to the vaginal secretions at the time of brith d) Via exposure to the anopheles mosquitos ✔Ans✔ d) Via exposure to the anopheles mosquito The most common cause of sore nipples is related to: a) Incorrect positioning of the baby at the breast b) Concurrent infection of both mother and baby with yeast c) Feeds lasting longer than 15 minutes on each breast d) Oral abnormalities of the infant such as ankyloglossia ✔Ans✔ a) Incorrect positioning of the baby at the breast For a mother to fractionate (lactoengineer) her milk she needs to: a) Pump every 1-1.5 hours b) Use hand expression, not a breast pump c) Have an abundant milk supply d) Use only one collection container ✔Ans✔ c) Have an abundant milk supply Which matters the most in regards to which women will attend a breastfeeding class? a) If she has some kind of insurance b) Mother's race or ethnicity c) Middle or higher class income d) Education beyond high school ✔Ans✔ a) If she has some kind of insurance A short lingual frenulum is referred to as: a) Labioglossia b) Ankyloglossia c) Retracted tongue d) Labial tongue-tie ✔Ans✔ b) Ankyloglossia According to WHO literature, mastitis is more common in first time breastfeeding mothers. The primary reason for this trend may be that first time mothers are more: a) Stressed about breastfeeding and childcare b) Likely to have latch problems resulting in sore nipples c) Reluctant to call their physicians or seek help d) Prone to infection in general due to fatigue ✔Ans✔ b) Likely to have latch problems resulting in sore nipples Georgia asks you how long Mimosa should breastfeed each time. What do you tell her? a) At least 10 minutes on the first side and as long as she wants on the second. b) She doesn't need to breastfeed any longer than about 7 minutes on a side because 90% of the milk is gone by then. c) At least 15 minutes on each breast to make sure the breasts receive equal stimulation d) Until Mimosa stops breastfeeding on the first side, then offer the second. ✔Ans✔ d) Until Mimosa stops breastfeeding on the first side, then offer the second Which category of drugs is a breastfeeding mother most likely to take? a) Antibiotics b) Antidepressants c) Analgesics d) Antiemetics ✔Ans✔ c) Analgesics The AAP Statement recommends pacifiers for infants in the following situations: a) Whenever the infant is in a prone position b) All infants under 4 weeks of age c) Breastfed infants over 4 weeks of age d) Families with a history of SIDS ✔Ans✔ c) Breastfed infants over 4 weeks of age Which of the following nutritional advice for breastfeeding women is evidence-based? a) Increase caloric intake by 500 calories per day b) Drink enough fluids to satisfy thirst c) Avoid spicy foods as they will affect the baby's digestion d) Drink at least 2, 8 oz. glasses of milk per day ✔Ans✔ b) Drink enough fluids to satisfy thirst The birth spacing effects of breastfeeding are most beneficial for: a) Infant well-being b) Lactational amenorrhea c) Maternal recovery from childbirth d) Increasing ovulation ✔Ans✔ c) Maternal recovery from childbirth [Show More]

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