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Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (PCE) Actual Exam – 100 Verified Questions and Answers (Latest 2024–2025 Edition) – Complete Exam Preparation Material

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This document includes the complete Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (PCE) actual exam with 100 verified and updated questions and correct answers for 2024–2025. It covers all major topics such as lactation physiology, breastfeeding techniques, maternal and infant nutrition, lactation counseling, and troubleshooting common breastfeeding challenges. Designed for students and professionals preparing for the PCE certification, this resource provides accurate, exam-aligned content for effective preparation.

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CERTIFIED BREASTFEEDING COUNSELOR PCE
ACTUAL EXAM 100 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS/LATEST UPDATE 2024-2025/ ALREADY
GRADED A+ BRAND NEW!!

What is the normal weight loss for the infant during the first few days ?

- - CORRECT ANS:->>5-7% in the first 24hrs and below 10% in the first week



How many calories does a lactating mom need - ANSWER

>>>>Moms need approximately 500 extra calories/day when breastfeeding. Range

is 1,800-2,700 with most mons consuming around 2,200


What type of supplement do most lactating vegans / bariatric clients take ? - -

CORRECT ANS:->>supplement Vitamin B12



How much vitamin D does a baby need ? When do they need to be supplemented ?

- CORRECT ANS:->>Babies need 400 IU of Vitamin D per day . They should be

supplemented if moms are deficient ; there is vitamin D in formula , so if they are

being formula - fed they do NOT require additional vitamin D supplementation .




What types of foods ( or diet ) should lactating moms consume ? - CORRECT

ANS:->>Moms should consume a diet of normal foods - they should eat when

,they're hungry and drink when they're thirsty . The MyPlate is a good example - 50

% carbs , 15 % protein , 20-30 % healthy fats


When would a Habermen feeder be indicated ? - CORRECT ANS:->>with Down's

Syndrome or a Cleft Lip / Palate



What medications are contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers ? - CORRECT

ANS:->>Antimetabolite drugs or chemotherapy , radioisotopes ( not IV contrast

dye ) and illicit drugs



What is the Tail of Spence ? What are the symptoms ? How do you treat it ? -

CORRECT ANS:->>The Tail of Spence refers to mammary gland tissue that

extends to the axillary area that is connected to the milk ducts . Symptoms include

swollen armpits and even mastitis .Moms can apply cold compresses to the area

and take Motrin / Tylenol as needed for discomfort .



What happens to estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy and after birth ? -

- CORRECT ANS:->>They increase during pregnancy and then decrease after

birth .



How many stages of the " Magic Hour " are there ? What are they ? - CORRECT

ANS:->>There are nine stages of the " Magic Hour " or " Golden Hour , " they

, are : 1. Birth cry 2. Relaxation 3. Awakening 4. Activity 5. Rest 6. Crawling 7.

Familiarization 8. Suckling 9. Sleep


What is the stomach size of the baby at birth ? - - CORRECT ANS:->>The baby's

stomach is only the size of a marble , button or grape at birth . It can only hold 1-7

mL or 1-2 teaspoons at this time .



Standards of of practice for CBC - - CORRECT ANS:->>Help families define and

achieve goals

-Problem solving : Assessment , plan , implementation , evaluation

-Education and counseling

-Professionalism

-Legal considerations


Where is the milk produced ? - CORRECT ANS:->>ANSWER- In the alveoli



How long after cessation of breast feeding does milk production ( involution ) stop ?

- - CORRECT ANS:->>Approximately 40 days


What are the common signs of milk " let down " ? - ANSWER

>>>>Tingling , warmth , fullness , dripping and contractions

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