Certified Breastfeeding Counselor CBC
(GOLD RATED )Latest Questions and
Answers (Verified by Expert)
1. Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk production?
A. Oxytocin
B. Estrogen
C. Prolactin
D. Progesterone
Answer: C. Prolactin
Rationale: Prolactin stimulates milk synthesis in the alveoli. Oxytocin is
responsible for milk ejection (let-down).
2. A parent reports nipple pain during feeds. Which observation most
strongly suggests poor latch?
A. Infant feeds frequently
B. Clicking sounds during feeding
C. Infant falls asleep at breast
D. Breast feels full after feeding
Answer: B. Clicking sounds during feeding
Rationale: Clicking often indicates loss of suction due to shallow latch.
,3. Which sign indicates effective milk transfer?
A. Infant feeds longer than 30 minutes
B. Infant swallows are audible
C. Nipples appear flattened after feeds
D. Infant feeds every hour
Answer: B. Infant swallows are audible
Rationale: Audible swallowing is a key indicator of milk transfer.
4. When does Lactogenesis II (copious milk production) typically
begin?
A. During pregnancy
B. Immediately after birth
C. 24–72 hours postpartum
D. After 2 weeks
Answer: C. 24–72 hours postpartum
Rationale: Hormonal shifts after placental delivery trigger Lactogenesis
II.
5. Which positioning best supports a deep latch for most dyads?
A. Cradle hold
B. Football hold
C. Cross-cradle hold
D. Side-lying
, Answer: C. Cross-cradle hold
Rationale: Allows better head and neck control during latch
establishment.
6. A breastfeeding parent with engorgement should first be advised
to:
A. Stop breastfeeding temporarily
B. Apply heat only
C. Increase milk removal
D. Restrict fluids
Answer: C. Increase milk removal
Rationale: Frequent, effective milk removal reduces engorgement.
7. Which statement about newborn feeding frequency is correct?
A. Newborns should feed every 4 hours
B. Cluster feeding is abnormal
C. 8–12 feeds per 24 hours is typical
D. Feeding should be scheduled
Answer: C. 8–12 feeds per 24 hours is typical
8. What is the primary role of a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor?
A. Diagnose medical conditions
B. Prescribe medication
(GOLD RATED )Latest Questions and
Answers (Verified by Expert)
1. Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk production?
A. Oxytocin
B. Estrogen
C. Prolactin
D. Progesterone
Answer: C. Prolactin
Rationale: Prolactin stimulates milk synthesis in the alveoli. Oxytocin is
responsible for milk ejection (let-down).
2. A parent reports nipple pain during feeds. Which observation most
strongly suggests poor latch?
A. Infant feeds frequently
B. Clicking sounds during feeding
C. Infant falls asleep at breast
D. Breast feels full after feeding
Answer: B. Clicking sounds during feeding
Rationale: Clicking often indicates loss of suction due to shallow latch.
,3. Which sign indicates effective milk transfer?
A. Infant feeds longer than 30 minutes
B. Infant swallows are audible
C. Nipples appear flattened after feeds
D. Infant feeds every hour
Answer: B. Infant swallows are audible
Rationale: Audible swallowing is a key indicator of milk transfer.
4. When does Lactogenesis II (copious milk production) typically
begin?
A. During pregnancy
B. Immediately after birth
C. 24–72 hours postpartum
D. After 2 weeks
Answer: C. 24–72 hours postpartum
Rationale: Hormonal shifts after placental delivery trigger Lactogenesis
II.
5. Which positioning best supports a deep latch for most dyads?
A. Cradle hold
B. Football hold
C. Cross-cradle hold
D. Side-lying
, Answer: C. Cross-cradle hold
Rationale: Allows better head and neck control during latch
establishment.
6. A breastfeeding parent with engorgement should first be advised
to:
A. Stop breastfeeding temporarily
B. Apply heat only
C. Increase milk removal
D. Restrict fluids
Answer: C. Increase milk removal
Rationale: Frequent, effective milk removal reduces engorgement.
7. Which statement about newborn feeding frequency is correct?
A. Newborns should feed every 4 hours
B. Cluster feeding is abnormal
C. 8–12 feeds per 24 hours is typical
D. Feeding should be scheduled
Answer: C. 8–12 feeds per 24 hours is typical
8. What is the primary role of a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor?
A. Diagnose medical conditions
B. Prescribe medication
