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CLC Practice Exam #8 Actual 2025 Questions and
Verified Answers ()/ A+ GRADE
COMPLETE
Anatomically, it is expected that an infant should grow how many cm in length by
6 months of age? - ...(ANSWERS)....Anatomically, it is expected that an infant
should grow 18 to 22 cm in length by 6 months of age. Between 6 and 12 months
of age, the infant typically grows 14 to 18 cm.
The newborn's skin is typically what? - ...(ANSWERS)....The newborn's skin is
typically lighter than it will be in later life. This occurs because the levels of
melanin are low at the time of birth. Sebaceous glands are present and actively
functioning during late fetal life and after birth.
Each breast has how many lobes? - ...(ANSWERS)....Each breast contains 12 to 25
lobes. The number of breast lobes varies somewhat among individuals.
A major difference in growth between the fetus prenatally and the neonate is its
composition in terms of water. Which of the following reflects bodily composition
in terms of water? - ...(ANSWERS)....Among the many differences between the
young fetus and the neonate in terms of growth, is that the young fetus consists
of about 90% water. The neonate, on the other hand, consists of about 70%
water. As growth continues, the percentage of water in the body decreases. The
adult is comprised of about 58% water.
You are scheduled to be part of a patient case conference for your breastfeeding
client. Doctors, nurses, dieticians and you will be attending the conference to
determine the best discharge plan for your breastfeeding client. What should you
say and do during this conference? - ...(ANSWERS)....You should actively
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collaborate and consult with other members of the healthcare team after you
have received client consent. Lactation consultants are members of the
healthcare team and it is the responsibility of the lactation consultant to
communicate with, and share information with, other members of the healthcare
team; however, you must have client consent or you are violating laws and ethical
principles relating to privacy and confidentiality.
Which of the following is an essentially predictable developmental pattern that is
found among infants?
A. Specific to general
B. General to specific
C. Periphery to midline
D. Toe to head - ...(ANSWERS)....B - An essentially predictable developmental
pattern that is found among infants is development from the general to the
specific. For example, the infant will progress from gross motor skills to fine
motor skills. Other predictable developmental patterns are cephalocaudal, or
head to toe development, proximodistal, or development from the midline to the
periphery, and from simple to complex.
At approximately what age is the infant physically and developmentally able to
have foods? - ...(ANSWERS)....Developmentally and physically, the infant is able
to have home-prepared or commercially prepared foods between 4 and 6 months
of age. Additionally, waiting until the infant is at least 4 to 6 months of age
appears to prevent the onset of food allergies for the infant. This food is gradually
introduced to the infant and it usually progresses from cereals, to fruits,
vegetables, and finally meats, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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You observe a 6-month-old infant during your visit to the home of your
breastfeeding client. The infant is in the crib, moving about and actively looking at
and grasping age-appropriate toys. What kind of play are you observing?
A. Skill play.
B. Sensorimotor play.
C. Onlooker play.
D. Associative play. - ...(ANSWERS)....The kind of play that you are observing is
called sensorimotor play. Sensorimotor play is the predominant form of play
among infants, although it can continue through later years. This type of play
expends energy and it also allows the infant to explore their world using their
senses such as vision, touch, and hearing.
Which supply is not necessary for the breastfeeding mother on the go?
A. A comfortable nursing bra
B. A breast pump
C. Burp cloths
D. A robe - ...(ANSWERS)....A robe is not necessary, however, there are several
supplies necessary such as wearing a comfortable nursing bra, a breast pump,
burp cloths and clothing that is easy and private for nursing.
Hand grip pumps provide suction through: - ...(ANSWERS)....Handgrip pumps
provide suction through the squeezing of a bar. These types of pumps can be
operated with the use of only one hand. They are quite easy and convenient to
use.
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The best place to store expressed milk that will be used the same day is in the: -
...(ANSWERS)....The best place to store the expressed milk that will be used the
same day is in the back of the refrigerator so it remains cold despite the fact that
the refrigerator door may be opened and closed several times before using it. It is
important to keep the milk cool and at a consistent temperature.
Previous
Sepsis neonatorum is an infection that:
A. Affects all premature neonates.
B. An infection that only affects low weight neonates.
C. Can affect all neonates less than 1 month old.
D. Can affect all neonates less than 6 months old. - ...(ANSWERS)....C - Sepsis
neonatorum is an infectious disease process that only affects infants less than one
month old. It is caused by a number of different pathogens that do not affect
older babies because their immune system is more fully developed. Low birth
weight and prematurity are associated with this infectious process; however, all
neonates are at risk.
Cytomegalovirus:
A. Is transmitted sexually in the same manner as hepatitis.
B. Has a high risk of infection among pregnant women.
C. Is not transmitted to the developing fetus in utero.
D. Can be serious in its congenital form. - ...(ANSWERS)....D - Cytomegalovirus can
be serious in the congenital form. It can lead to serious fetal abnormalities such as
neurological damage, an enlarged liver, and an enlarged spleen. This virus is
passed from person to person, especially in places like daycare centers and
CLC Practice Exam #8 Actual 2025 Questions and
Verified Answers ()/ A+ GRADE
COMPLETE
Anatomically, it is expected that an infant should grow how many cm in length by
6 months of age? - ...(ANSWERS)....Anatomically, it is expected that an infant
should grow 18 to 22 cm in length by 6 months of age. Between 6 and 12 months
of age, the infant typically grows 14 to 18 cm.
The newborn's skin is typically what? - ...(ANSWERS)....The newborn's skin is
typically lighter than it will be in later life. This occurs because the levels of
melanin are low at the time of birth. Sebaceous glands are present and actively
functioning during late fetal life and after birth.
Each breast has how many lobes? - ...(ANSWERS)....Each breast contains 12 to 25
lobes. The number of breast lobes varies somewhat among individuals.
A major difference in growth between the fetus prenatally and the neonate is its
composition in terms of water. Which of the following reflects bodily composition
in terms of water? - ...(ANSWERS)....Among the many differences between the
young fetus and the neonate in terms of growth, is that the young fetus consists
of about 90% water. The neonate, on the other hand, consists of about 70%
water. As growth continues, the percentage of water in the body decreases. The
adult is comprised of about 58% water.
You are scheduled to be part of a patient case conference for your breastfeeding
client. Doctors, nurses, dieticians and you will be attending the conference to
determine the best discharge plan for your breastfeeding client. What should you
say and do during this conference? - ...(ANSWERS)....You should actively
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collaborate and consult with other members of the healthcare team after you
have received client consent. Lactation consultants are members of the
healthcare team and it is the responsibility of the lactation consultant to
communicate with, and share information with, other members of the healthcare
team; however, you must have client consent or you are violating laws and ethical
principles relating to privacy and confidentiality.
Which of the following is an essentially predictable developmental pattern that is
found among infants?
A. Specific to general
B. General to specific
C. Periphery to midline
D. Toe to head - ...(ANSWERS)....B - An essentially predictable developmental
pattern that is found among infants is development from the general to the
specific. For example, the infant will progress from gross motor skills to fine
motor skills. Other predictable developmental patterns are cephalocaudal, or
head to toe development, proximodistal, or development from the midline to the
periphery, and from simple to complex.
At approximately what age is the infant physically and developmentally able to
have foods? - ...(ANSWERS)....Developmentally and physically, the infant is able
to have home-prepared or commercially prepared foods between 4 and 6 months
of age. Additionally, waiting until the infant is at least 4 to 6 months of age
appears to prevent the onset of food allergies for the infant. This food is gradually
introduced to the infant and it usually progresses from cereals, to fruits,
vegetables, and finally meats, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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You observe a 6-month-old infant during your visit to the home of your
breastfeeding client. The infant is in the crib, moving about and actively looking at
and grasping age-appropriate toys. What kind of play are you observing?
A. Skill play.
B. Sensorimotor play.
C. Onlooker play.
D. Associative play. - ...(ANSWERS)....The kind of play that you are observing is
called sensorimotor play. Sensorimotor play is the predominant form of play
among infants, although it can continue through later years. This type of play
expends energy and it also allows the infant to explore their world using their
senses such as vision, touch, and hearing.
Which supply is not necessary for the breastfeeding mother on the go?
A. A comfortable nursing bra
B. A breast pump
C. Burp cloths
D. A robe - ...(ANSWERS)....A robe is not necessary, however, there are several
supplies necessary such as wearing a comfortable nursing bra, a breast pump,
burp cloths and clothing that is easy and private for nursing.
Hand grip pumps provide suction through: - ...(ANSWERS)....Handgrip pumps
provide suction through the squeezing of a bar. These types of pumps can be
operated with the use of only one hand. They are quite easy and convenient to
use.
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The best place to store expressed milk that will be used the same day is in the: -
...(ANSWERS)....The best place to store the expressed milk that will be used the
same day is in the back of the refrigerator so it remains cold despite the fact that
the refrigerator door may be opened and closed several times before using it. It is
important to keep the milk cool and at a consistent temperature.
Previous
Sepsis neonatorum is an infection that:
A. Affects all premature neonates.
B. An infection that only affects low weight neonates.
C. Can affect all neonates less than 1 month old.
D. Can affect all neonates less than 6 months old. - ...(ANSWERS)....C - Sepsis
neonatorum is an infectious disease process that only affects infants less than one
month old. It is caused by a number of different pathogens that do not affect
older babies because their immune system is more fully developed. Low birth
weight and prematurity are associated with this infectious process; however, all
neonates are at risk.
Cytomegalovirus:
A. Is transmitted sexually in the same manner as hepatitis.
B. Has a high risk of infection among pregnant women.
C. Is not transmitted to the developing fetus in utero.
D. Can be serious in its congenital form. - ...(ANSWERS)....D - Cytomegalovirus can
be serious in the congenital form. It can lead to serious fetal abnormalities such as
neurological damage, an enlarged liver, and an enlarged spleen. This virus is
passed from person to person, especially in places like daycare centers and
