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1. Which hormone is primarily responsible for the release of

milk from the alveoli into the ducts?

A) Prolactin

B) Oxytocin

C) Estrogen

D) Progesterone

Correct Answer: B) Oxytocin

Rationale: Oxytocin causes myoepithelial cells around the alveoli

to contract, ejecting milk (let-down reflex). Prolactin drives milk

synthesis. Estrogen and progesterone inhibit lactation during

pregnancy.
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,2. A mother has had a breast reduction with the inferior

pedicle technique. Which breastfeeding complication is most

likely?

A) Overproduction of milk

B) Loss of nipple sensation only

C) Reduced glandular tissue and ductal disruption

D) Complete inability to produce any milk

Correct Answer: C) Reduced glandular tissue and ductal

disruption

Rationale: The inferior pedicle technique preserves the nipple-

areolar complex but often transects major ducts and removes

upper/medial glandular tissue, leading to insufficient milk

production. Sensation may remain intact.

3. Prolactin levels peak during which time in a breastfeeding

dyad?

A) Immediately before a feeding

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D) It prevents mastitis by reducing bacterial growth
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