Newborn Nutrition Sherpath Questions with 100%
Correct Answers
Match the nutrient to its description with respect to breast milk or formula.
1. Lactose is the primary source
2. It supplies 50% of calories, though highly variable across individuals
3. Whey and casein are primary sources
A. Protein
B. Fat
C. Carbohydrate
1. C
2. B
3. A
In which way does breast milk composition vary from formula?
A. Provides carbohydrates, proteins, and fat
B. Includes vitamin D
C. Whey-to-casein ratio is 70:30
D. Provides docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
C
Match the phases of lactogenesis with the description of the type of milk produced during that phase.
1. Thick, yellow substance, high in protein, vitamins and minerals
2. Contains mix of colostrum and mature milk
3. 20 kcal/oz with nutrients sufficient to meet newborn's needs
A. Lactogenesis II
B. Lactogenesis III
C. Lactogenesis I
1. C
2. A
3. B
Which type of commercial infant formula is recommended for most infants?
A. Cow's milk-based formula
B. Soy-based formula
C. Whey-hydrolysate formula
D. Amino acid formula
A
The nurse would anticipate _______ number of feedings for a 5-day-old breastfed baby to have in 24
hours.
8-12
Which breastfeeding position would the nurse recommend for a mother with an abdominal incision?
A. Cradle
, B. Football
C. Cross-cradle
D. Side-lying
B
Which cue would the nurse explain is given by nonnutritive sucking during breastfeeding?
A. The breast is empty.
B. The baby is ready for feeding.
C. The baby needs to be burped.
D. The baby needs to be soothed.
A
For which breastfeeding concern would the nurse teach families to seek medical attention?
A. Mastitis
B. Plugged ducts
C. Engorgement
D. Nipple confusion
A
Which education about positioning would the nurse provide to a family who will formula feed their
newborn? Select all that apply
A. Use the cradle position while feeding.
B. Prop the bottle to avoid aspiration.
C. Keep face-to-face contact during feeding.
D. Use the football position while feeding.
E. Hold the bottle flat to slow the flow of milk.
A, C
The mother of a breastfed infant states that she is having pain when the infant latches. Which action
would the nurse take next?
A. Refer the patient to the certified lactation provider.
B. Consult the pediatrician for an order for supplementation with formula.
C. Observe a complete breastfeeding session to assess the latch and position of the infant.
D. Offer the patient a breast pump to see if it's more comfortable for her to pump and cup feed the
infant
C
A patient with nipple soreness asks the mother-baby nurse what she can do to help alleviate the
discomfort. Which solution would the nurse generate to help this patient?
A. "The nipples may be sore because they are not used to the baby sucking so hard. Try using the
rough end of a sponge to create a callous on your nipple several times a day."
B. "The baby has an innate need to suck and may just be using your breast for comfort. Try offering a
pacifier in between feeds to give your body a break."
C. "Some women find that lanolin cream is helpful for soreness. You apply the cream following a feed.
You can also leave your nipples open to air when you're not feeding."
D. "You can alternate feedings by offering expressed breast milk in a bottle and then feeding at the
breast every other feeding."
Correct Answers
Match the nutrient to its description with respect to breast milk or formula.
1. Lactose is the primary source
2. It supplies 50% of calories, though highly variable across individuals
3. Whey and casein are primary sources
A. Protein
B. Fat
C. Carbohydrate
1. C
2. B
3. A
In which way does breast milk composition vary from formula?
A. Provides carbohydrates, proteins, and fat
B. Includes vitamin D
C. Whey-to-casein ratio is 70:30
D. Provides docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
C
Match the phases of lactogenesis with the description of the type of milk produced during that phase.
1. Thick, yellow substance, high in protein, vitamins and minerals
2. Contains mix of colostrum and mature milk
3. 20 kcal/oz with nutrients sufficient to meet newborn's needs
A. Lactogenesis II
B. Lactogenesis III
C. Lactogenesis I
1. C
2. A
3. B
Which type of commercial infant formula is recommended for most infants?
A. Cow's milk-based formula
B. Soy-based formula
C. Whey-hydrolysate formula
D. Amino acid formula
A
The nurse would anticipate _______ number of feedings for a 5-day-old breastfed baby to have in 24
hours.
8-12
Which breastfeeding position would the nurse recommend for a mother with an abdominal incision?
A. Cradle
, B. Football
C. Cross-cradle
D. Side-lying
B
Which cue would the nurse explain is given by nonnutritive sucking during breastfeeding?
A. The breast is empty.
B. The baby is ready for feeding.
C. The baby needs to be burped.
D. The baby needs to be soothed.
A
For which breastfeeding concern would the nurse teach families to seek medical attention?
A. Mastitis
B. Plugged ducts
C. Engorgement
D. Nipple confusion
A
Which education about positioning would the nurse provide to a family who will formula feed their
newborn? Select all that apply
A. Use the cradle position while feeding.
B. Prop the bottle to avoid aspiration.
C. Keep face-to-face contact during feeding.
D. Use the football position while feeding.
E. Hold the bottle flat to slow the flow of milk.
A, C
The mother of a breastfed infant states that she is having pain when the infant latches. Which action
would the nurse take next?
A. Refer the patient to the certified lactation provider.
B. Consult the pediatrician for an order for supplementation with formula.
C. Observe a complete breastfeeding session to assess the latch and position of the infant.
D. Offer the patient a breast pump to see if it's more comfortable for her to pump and cup feed the
infant
C
A patient with nipple soreness asks the mother-baby nurse what she can do to help alleviate the
discomfort. Which solution would the nurse generate to help this patient?
A. "The nipples may be sore because they are not used to the baby sucking so hard. Try using the
rough end of a sponge to create a callous on your nipple several times a day."
B. "The baby has an innate need to suck and may just be using your breast for comfort. Try offering a
pacifier in between feeds to give your body a break."
C. "Some women find that lanolin cream is helpful for soreness. You apply the cream following a feed.
You can also leave your nipples open to air when you're not feeding."
D. "You can alternate feedings by offering expressed breast milk in a bottle and then feeding at the
breast every other feeding."
