ALPP - Certified Lactation Counselor
Exam Questions and Answers
role of oxytocin in breastfeeding. - answer- Oxytocin is a hormone released during
breastfeeding that stimulates the let-down reflex, causing the muscles around the
alveoli to contract and release milk.
Describe the composition of colostrum and its benefits for newborns - answer-
Colostrum is the first milk produced by the mammary glands after childbirth. It is rich
in antibodies, proteins, and nutrients, providing essential immune protection and
nutrition for the newborn.
What are the signs of a proper latch during breastfeeding - answer- Signs of a proper
latch include the baby's mouth covering a large portion of the areola, lips flanged out,
and rhythmic sucking with audible swallowing
What are the nutritional components of breast milk - answer- Breast milk contains
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, antibodies, and enzymes essential
for infant growth and development.
Why is breastfeeding so difficult that mothers need help - answer- Reason #1
Unrealistic expectations
Reason #2: Lack of timely interventions
What are some unrealistic expectations - answer- Lack of preparation for what the
newborn period would be like
When is the greatest chance of quitting breastfeeding - answer- Mother's problems
at 3 to 7 days posed the greatest risk to stopping
The fastest drop-off is in the 10 days following discharge from the hospital
Woman who do not breastfeed are at greater risk for - answer- breast, ovarian &
endometrial cancers
myocardial infraction & asepcts of metabolic syndrome
Exam Questions and Answers
role of oxytocin in breastfeeding. - answer- Oxytocin is a hormone released during
breastfeeding that stimulates the let-down reflex, causing the muscles around the
alveoli to contract and release milk.
Describe the composition of colostrum and its benefits for newborns - answer-
Colostrum is the first milk produced by the mammary glands after childbirth. It is rich
in antibodies, proteins, and nutrients, providing essential immune protection and
nutrition for the newborn.
What are the signs of a proper latch during breastfeeding - answer- Signs of a proper
latch include the baby's mouth covering a large portion of the areola, lips flanged out,
and rhythmic sucking with audible swallowing
What are the nutritional components of breast milk - answer- Breast milk contains
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, antibodies, and enzymes essential
for infant growth and development.
Why is breastfeeding so difficult that mothers need help - answer- Reason #1
Unrealistic expectations
Reason #2: Lack of timely interventions
What are some unrealistic expectations - answer- Lack of preparation for what the
newborn period would be like
When is the greatest chance of quitting breastfeeding - answer- Mother's problems
at 3 to 7 days posed the greatest risk to stopping
The fastest drop-off is in the 10 days following discharge from the hospital
Woman who do not breastfeed are at greater risk for - answer- breast, ovarian &
endometrial cancers
myocardial infraction & asepcts of metabolic syndrome
