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% of breastmilk that is carbohydrates ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 7%
Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_milk.
% of breastmilk that is fat ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 4%
Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 50.
% of breastmilk that is protein ✔Correct Answer-Approximately .8 - 1 %
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
272.
% of calories in breastmilk from carbohydrates ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 40%
Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 69.
% of calories in breastmilk from fat ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 50%
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 124.
% of calories in breastmilk from protein ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 10%
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
272.
Acinus ✔Correct Answer-Any of the small sacs or alveoli that terminate the ducts and are lined
with secretory cells.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. Available online:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/acinus?show=0&t=1296699192
Acrocyanosis ✔Correct Answer-Bluish discoloration of the hands and feet in the newborn;
peripheral cyanosis. Should not persist beyond 24 hours after birth.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Active immunity ✔Correct Answer-Immunity conferred by the production of antibodies by one's
own immune system.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 868.
Active transport ✔Correct Answer-Passage of drug into breastmilk assisted by components in
breastmilk.
Hale & Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 470.
Acyclovir/Zovirax ✔Correct Answer-Antiviral used to treat herpes infections, L2.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Aerobic bacteria ✔Correct Answer-Bacteria requiring air for metabolic processes. The breast is
colonized with this type of bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
,AGA ✔Correct Answer-Appropriate for Gestational Age. Having a birth weight between the 10th
and 90th percentile on intrauterine growth charts.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 671.
Alcohol and breastfeeding ✔Correct Answer-Alcohol can decrease milk supply. Breastfeeding must
be interrupted for 1 hour per drink, or until mother is sober.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 171 & 188.
Aldomet/Methyldopa ✔Correct Answer-Antihypertensive, L2. Frequently used to treat
hypertension during pregnancy. No concerns reported via breastmilk.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 667.
Allergen ✔Correct Answer-A substance that causes an allergic response, such as foods, drugs,
inhalants. Cow's milk is common source for infants.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Αlphalactalbumin ✔Correct Answer-A major protein found in human milk whey. Assists in
processing lactose.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Alveolar ridge ✔Correct Answer-The ridges on the upper and lower jaw where infant's teeth will
grow.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Alveolus, alveoli ✔Correct Answer-Secrete and store milk for let down. Surrounded by
myoepithelial cells, contractile cells and connective tissue.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 80.
Amenorrhea ✔Correct Answer-A natural phase of infertility that takes place when a mother is
exclusively breastfeeding. Menstruation has not returned.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 707 &865.
Amoxicillin ✔Correct Answer-Antibiotic, L2. Observe for change in intestinal flora, compatible.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Ampicillin ✔Correct Answer-Antibiotic, L1. Observe for change in intestinal flora, compatible.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Anaphylaxis ✔Correct Answer-Hypersensitivity (as to foreign proteins or drugs) resulting from
sensitization following prior contact with the causative agent.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/anaphylaxis.
Anchor scar ✔Correct Answer-Surgical technique for breast reduction, slang.
Ankyglossia ✔Correct Answer-A tongue tie. Characterized by a thick, short, or tight frenulum under
the tongue. Can cause breastfeeding issues, such as a painful latch or inefficient milk transfer.
Anterior pituitary ✔Correct Answer-This gland releases prolactin into the blood effecting milk
production and ejection. It is susceptible to stress.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 91.
,Anthrax ✔Correct Answer-Infectious disease caused by a spore-forming bacterium (Bacillus
anthrax), characterized by external ulcerating nodules or by lesions in the lungs.
Merriam Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/anthrax.
Antibody ✔Correct Answer-Immunoglobulin formed in response to an antigen, including bacteria
and viruses. Antibodies attack those bacteria or viruses helping the body resist infection.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Antigen ✔Correct Answer-Substance that stimulates antibody production. May be dust, food, or
bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Apgar score ✔Correct Answer-Index to evaluate the condition of a newborn infant based on a
rating of 0, 1, or 2 for color, heart rate, reflex response, muscle tone, and respiration with 10 being a
perfect score.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/apgar%20score.
Apocrine gland ✔Correct Answer-Sweat glands located on the areola that secrete a scent.
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
197-198.
Apoptosis ✔Correct Answer-Programmed normal cell death.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Applied research ✔Correct Answer-Research that focuses on solving or finding an answer to a
clinical or practical problem.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Areola ✔Correct Answer-The darker pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple. Contains sebaceous
glands (Montgomery Glands)
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Aspirin ✔Correct Answer-Salicylate analgesic, L3. Use associated with Reye's Syndrome in infants.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 87.
Atopic eczema ✔Correct Answer-Inherited allergic tendency to skin rashes or inflammation.
Exclusively breastfed infants are less likely to develop as cow's milk protein is a common allergen.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Autocrine control ✔Correct Answer-The point in lactation when milk supply is controlled by milk
removal. Local control in the breast.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 92.
Autonomy ✔Correct Answer-The capacity of a rational individual to make an informed, un-coerced
decision.
Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autonomy#Medicine.
Average ✔Correct Answer-The middle value of a data set. Add all the numbers and divided by the
amount of numbers in the set.
Wikipedia. Available online: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Average.
, Axilla ✔Correct Answer-Underarm. Breast tissue (the axillary tail) can sometimes extend into axilla.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863-864.
B Cell ✔Correct Answer-Lymphocyte produced in bone marrow and peripheral lymphoid tissue;
found in breastmilk. Attacks antigens.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
β lactaglobin ✔Correct Answer-Major protein in bovine milk.
Hale & Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 40.
Back to sleep ✔Correct Answer-A campaign that significantly reduced SIDS. Babies are less prone
to SIDS when sleeping on their back.
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
632.
Bactericidal ✔Correct Answer-Destroys bacteria.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/bactericidal.
Bacteriostatic ✔Correct Answer-Prevents the growth of bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Bactrim/Septra ✔Correct Answer-Sulfonamide antibiotic, L3. The mixture of trimethoprim and
sulfamethoxazole. No concerns reported via breastmilk.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 249.
BALT/GALT/MALT ✔Correct Answer-Bronchus/gut/mammary-associated immunocompetent
lymphoid tissue. Intermammary pathway. IgA antibodies are transferred through breastmilk to the
infant.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Basic research ✔Correct Answer-Research that generates knowledge for the sake of knowledge.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Bed-sharing ✔Correct Answer-Sharing adult bed with baby. Questioned safety in reduction of SIDS.
Safe bed sharing has been shown to extend the duration of breastfeeding.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 282-283.
Bellagio Consensus Conference ✔Correct Answer-Meeting to develop protocol for the Lactational
Amenorrhea Method of birth control. 1988.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 714-715.
Beneficence ✔Correct Answer-The duty to do good.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 31.
BFHI Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative ✔Correct Answer-Initiative by UNICEF and WHO (1991) to
support breastfeeding in hospitals and maternity centers. "The 10 Steps".
Unicef. Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Available online:
http://www.unicef.org/programme/breastfeeding/baby.htm.
Bioavailable ✔Correct Answer-The amount of a nutrient that is actually absorbed by the body.
Nutrients found in breastmilk are easily absorbed by the infant's body.
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% of breastmilk that is carbohydrates ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 7%
Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_milk.
% of breastmilk that is fat ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 4%
Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 50.
% of breastmilk that is protein ✔Correct Answer-Approximately .8 - 1 %
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
272.
% of calories in breastmilk from carbohydrates ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 40%
Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 69.
% of calories in breastmilk from fat ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 50%
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 124.
% of calories in breastmilk from protein ✔Correct Answer-Approximately 10%
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
272.
Acinus ✔Correct Answer-Any of the small sacs or alveoli that terminate the ducts and are lined
with secretory cells.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. Available online:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/acinus?show=0&t=1296699192
Acrocyanosis ✔Correct Answer-Bluish discoloration of the hands and feet in the newborn;
peripheral cyanosis. Should not persist beyond 24 hours after birth.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Active immunity ✔Correct Answer-Immunity conferred by the production of antibodies by one's
own immune system.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 868.
Active transport ✔Correct Answer-Passage of drug into breastmilk assisted by components in
breastmilk.
Hale & Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 470.
Acyclovir/Zovirax ✔Correct Answer-Antiviral used to treat herpes infections, L2.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Aerobic bacteria ✔Correct Answer-Bacteria requiring air for metabolic processes. The breast is
colonized with this type of bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
,AGA ✔Correct Answer-Appropriate for Gestational Age. Having a birth weight between the 10th
and 90th percentile on intrauterine growth charts.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 671.
Alcohol and breastfeeding ✔Correct Answer-Alcohol can decrease milk supply. Breastfeeding must
be interrupted for 1 hour per drink, or until mother is sober.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 171 & 188.
Aldomet/Methyldopa ✔Correct Answer-Antihypertensive, L2. Frequently used to treat
hypertension during pregnancy. No concerns reported via breastmilk.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 667.
Allergen ✔Correct Answer-A substance that causes an allergic response, such as foods, drugs,
inhalants. Cow's milk is common source for infants.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Αlphalactalbumin ✔Correct Answer-A major protein found in human milk whey. Assists in
processing lactose.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Alveolar ridge ✔Correct Answer-The ridges on the upper and lower jaw where infant's teeth will
grow.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Alveolus, alveoli ✔Correct Answer-Secrete and store milk for let down. Surrounded by
myoepithelial cells, contractile cells and connective tissue.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 80.
Amenorrhea ✔Correct Answer-A natural phase of infertility that takes place when a mother is
exclusively breastfeeding. Menstruation has not returned.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 707 &865.
Amoxicillin ✔Correct Answer-Antibiotic, L2. Observe for change in intestinal flora, compatible.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Ampicillin ✔Correct Answer-Antibiotic, L1. Observe for change in intestinal flora, compatible.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.
Anaphylaxis ✔Correct Answer-Hypersensitivity (as to foreign proteins or drugs) resulting from
sensitization following prior contact with the causative agent.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/anaphylaxis.
Anchor scar ✔Correct Answer-Surgical technique for breast reduction, slang.
Ankyglossia ✔Correct Answer-A tongue tie. Characterized by a thick, short, or tight frenulum under
the tongue. Can cause breastfeeding issues, such as a painful latch or inefficient milk transfer.
Anterior pituitary ✔Correct Answer-This gland releases prolactin into the blood effecting milk
production and ejection. It is susceptible to stress.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 91.
,Anthrax ✔Correct Answer-Infectious disease caused by a spore-forming bacterium (Bacillus
anthrax), characterized by external ulcerating nodules or by lesions in the lungs.
Merriam Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/anthrax.
Antibody ✔Correct Answer-Immunoglobulin formed in response to an antigen, including bacteria
and viruses. Antibodies attack those bacteria or viruses helping the body resist infection.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Antigen ✔Correct Answer-Substance that stimulates antibody production. May be dust, food, or
bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Apgar score ✔Correct Answer-Index to evaluate the condition of a newborn infant based on a
rating of 0, 1, or 2 for color, heart rate, reflex response, muscle tone, and respiration with 10 being a
perfect score.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/apgar%20score.
Apocrine gland ✔Correct Answer-Sweat glands located on the areola that secrete a scent.
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
197-198.
Apoptosis ✔Correct Answer-Programmed normal cell death.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Applied research ✔Correct Answer-Research that focuses on solving or finding an answer to a
clinical or practical problem.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Areola ✔Correct Answer-The darker pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple. Contains sebaceous
glands (Montgomery Glands)
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Aspirin ✔Correct Answer-Salicylate analgesic, L3. Use associated with Reye's Syndrome in infants.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 87.
Atopic eczema ✔Correct Answer-Inherited allergic tendency to skin rashes or inflammation.
Exclusively breastfed infants are less likely to develop as cow's milk protein is a common allergen.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.
Autocrine control ✔Correct Answer-The point in lactation when milk supply is controlled by milk
removal. Local control in the breast.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 92.
Autonomy ✔Correct Answer-The capacity of a rational individual to make an informed, un-coerced
decision.
Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autonomy#Medicine.
Average ✔Correct Answer-The middle value of a data set. Add all the numbers and divided by the
amount of numbers in the set.
Wikipedia. Available online: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Average.
, Axilla ✔Correct Answer-Underarm. Breast tissue (the axillary tail) can sometimes extend into axilla.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863-864.
B Cell ✔Correct Answer-Lymphocyte produced in bone marrow and peripheral lymphoid tissue;
found in breastmilk. Attacks antigens.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
β lactaglobin ✔Correct Answer-Major protein in bovine milk.
Hale & Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 40.
Back to sleep ✔Correct Answer-A campaign that significantly reduced SIDS. Babies are less prone
to SIDS when sleeping on their back.
Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice (2nd ed.), page
632.
Bactericidal ✔Correct Answer-Destroys bacteria.
Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. www.merriam-webster.com/medical/bactericidal.
Bacteriostatic ✔Correct Answer-Prevents the growth of bacteria.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Bactrim/Septra ✔Correct Answer-Sulfonamide antibiotic, L3. The mixture of trimethoprim and
sulfamethoxazole. No concerns reported via breastmilk.
Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 249.
BALT/GALT/MALT ✔Correct Answer-Bronchus/gut/mammary-associated immunocompetent
lymphoid tissue. Intermammary pathway. IgA antibodies are transferred through breastmilk to the
infant.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Basic research ✔Correct Answer-Research that generates knowledge for the sake of knowledge.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 864.
Bed-sharing ✔Correct Answer-Sharing adult bed with baby. Questioned safety in reduction of SIDS.
Safe bed sharing has been shown to extend the duration of breastfeeding.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 282-283.
Bellagio Consensus Conference ✔Correct Answer-Meeting to develop protocol for the Lactational
Amenorrhea Method of birth control. 1988.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 714-715.
Beneficence ✔Correct Answer-The duty to do good.
Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 31.
BFHI Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative ✔Correct Answer-Initiative by UNICEF and WHO (1991) to
support breastfeeding in hospitals and maternity centers. "The 10 Steps".
Unicef. Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Available online:
http://www.unicef.org/programme/breastfeeding/baby.htm.
Bioavailable ✔Correct Answer-The amount of a nutrient that is actually absorbed by the body.
Nutrients found in breastmilk are easily absorbed by the infant's body.
