PCE CBC Exam Questions & Answers 2026 | High-Yield
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1. What kinds of food and drink might a breastfeeding mother need to limit or
avoid?
Caffeinated beverages
Alcohol
Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli or collard greens, and dried beans
All of the above
2. What are the typical colors of stool transition in infants during the first few
days of life?
Yellow to orange
Black to green
Brown to red
Greenish-brown to yellow
3. Signs that milk transfer is occurring include all except
Maternal sensation of letdown
Dimpling of cheeks
Audible swallows
4. Describe a scenario in which a Habermen feeder would be beneficial for an
infant.
A Habermen feeder is used for infants who are exclusively formula-
fed.
, A Habermen feeder is only used for infants over six months old.
A Habermen feeder would be beneficial for an infant who is unable
to latch onto the breast effectively due to prematurity or a medical
condition.
A Habermen feeder is necessary for all infants during their first
feeding.
5. Jessica and James recently had a baby named Sarah who was born
prematurely at 28 weeks of gestation. Sarah is being cared for in the neonatal
intensive care unit and is being fed her mother's own milk. How is Jessica's
milk specially tailored for Sarah's nutritional needs during this time of
prematurity?
The milk has higher levels of bioactive factors, LC-PUFAs, protein,
and calories than milk from a mother who gave birth to a baby at
term.
There is no difference between Jessica's milk and milk from a mother
who gave birth to a baby at term.
The milk has lower calories than milk from a mother who gave birth to
a baby at term because premature infants do not require as dense a
nutrient source as a term infant
The milk has higher levels of lactose and fat and lower calories than
milk from a mother who gave birth to a baby at term.
6. What anatomical feature is referred to as the Tail of Spence?
The extension of breast tissue into the axilla.
A ductal system in the breast.
A type of breast cancer.
A lymph node in the breast.
, 7. Describe the importance of nutrition for lactating mothers and its impact on
breastfeeding.
Only hydration is important for lactating mothers.
Lactating mothers should avoid all fats in their diet.
Proper nutrition supports milk production and ensures the health of
both the mother and the infant.
Nutrition has no significant impact on breastfeeding.
8. What are the stages of the 'Magic Hour' in breastfeeding?
There are five stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the second
stage is infant reflexes, the third stage is breastfeeding, the fourth
stage is maternal bonding, and the fifth stage is infant care.
There are two stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, and the
second stage is breastfeeding.
There are four stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the second
stage is breastfeeding, the third stage is infant bonding, and the fourth
stage is maternal recovery.
There are three stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the
second stage involves the infant's instinctual behaviors, and the
third stage is the initiation of breastfeeding.
9. In terms of postpartum nutrition for the lactating mother, the recommended
caloric intake is the intake for the size of the mother plus:
300 to 500 calories
no additional calories
100 calories
500 - 750 calories
Review | Graded A+
1. What kinds of food and drink might a breastfeeding mother need to limit or
avoid?
Caffeinated beverages
Alcohol
Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli or collard greens, and dried beans
All of the above
2. What are the typical colors of stool transition in infants during the first few
days of life?
Yellow to orange
Black to green
Brown to red
Greenish-brown to yellow
3. Signs that milk transfer is occurring include all except
Maternal sensation of letdown
Dimpling of cheeks
Audible swallows
4. Describe a scenario in which a Habermen feeder would be beneficial for an
infant.
A Habermen feeder is used for infants who are exclusively formula-
fed.
, A Habermen feeder is only used for infants over six months old.
A Habermen feeder would be beneficial for an infant who is unable
to latch onto the breast effectively due to prematurity or a medical
condition.
A Habermen feeder is necessary for all infants during their first
feeding.
5. Jessica and James recently had a baby named Sarah who was born
prematurely at 28 weeks of gestation. Sarah is being cared for in the neonatal
intensive care unit and is being fed her mother's own milk. How is Jessica's
milk specially tailored for Sarah's nutritional needs during this time of
prematurity?
The milk has higher levels of bioactive factors, LC-PUFAs, protein,
and calories than milk from a mother who gave birth to a baby at
term.
There is no difference between Jessica's milk and milk from a mother
who gave birth to a baby at term.
The milk has lower calories than milk from a mother who gave birth to
a baby at term because premature infants do not require as dense a
nutrient source as a term infant
The milk has higher levels of lactose and fat and lower calories than
milk from a mother who gave birth to a baby at term.
6. What anatomical feature is referred to as the Tail of Spence?
The extension of breast tissue into the axilla.
A ductal system in the breast.
A type of breast cancer.
A lymph node in the breast.
, 7. Describe the importance of nutrition for lactating mothers and its impact on
breastfeeding.
Only hydration is important for lactating mothers.
Lactating mothers should avoid all fats in their diet.
Proper nutrition supports milk production and ensures the health of
both the mother and the infant.
Nutrition has no significant impact on breastfeeding.
8. What are the stages of the 'Magic Hour' in breastfeeding?
There are five stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the second
stage is infant reflexes, the third stage is breastfeeding, the fourth
stage is maternal bonding, and the fifth stage is infant care.
There are two stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, and the
second stage is breastfeeding.
There are four stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the second
stage is breastfeeding, the third stage is infant bonding, and the fourth
stage is maternal recovery.
There are three stages: the first stage is skin-to-skin contact, the
second stage involves the infant's instinctual behaviors, and the
third stage is the initiation of breastfeeding.
9. In terms of postpartum nutrition for the lactating mother, the recommended
caloric intake is the intake for the size of the mother plus:
300 to 500 calories
no additional calories
100 calories
500 - 750 calories
