IBCLC Certification Exam Review Solutions 2022

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(IBCLC) Certification Exam Review Solutions 2022

1.% of breastmilk that is carbohydrates: Approximately

7% Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_milk.

2.% of breastmilk that is fat: Approximately 4%

Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 50.

3.% of breastmilk that is protein: Approximately .8 - 1 %

Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Prac- tice (2nd ed.), page 272.

4.% of calories in breastmilk from carbohydrates: Approximately

40% Hale and Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 69.

5.% of calories in breastmilk from fat: Approximately 50%

Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 124.

6.% of calories in breastmilk from protein: Approximately 10%

Mannel, Martens & Walker, 2008. Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Prac- tice (2nd ed.), page 272.

7.Acinus: 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-web- ster.com/medical/acinus?

show=0&t=1296699192

8.Acrocyanosis: Bluish discoloration of the hands and feet in the

newborn; pe- ripheral cyanosis. Should not persist beyond 24 hours after birth.Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.

9.Active immunity: Immunity conferred by the production of antibodies

by one's own immune system.Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 868.

10.Active transport: Passage of drug into breastmilk assisted by

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Hale & Hartman, 2007. Textbook of Human Lactation, page 470.

11.Acyclovir/Zovirax: Antiviral used to treat herpes infections, L2.

Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.

12.Aerobic bacteria: Bacteria requiring air for metabolic processes.

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Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.

13.AGA: 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.

14.Alcohol and breastfeeding: 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.

15.Aldomet/Methyldopa: Antihypertensive, L2. Frequently used to treat

hyper- tension during pregnancy. No concerns reported via breastmilk.Hale, 2010. Medications and Mother's Milk (14th ed.), page 667.

16.Allergen: 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.

17.‘lphalactalbumin: A major protein found in human milk whey.

Assists in pro- cessing lactose.Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 863.

18.Alveolar ridge: 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.

19.Alveolus, alveoli: Secrete and store milk for let down. Surrounded by

myoep- ithelial cells, contractile cells and connective tissue.Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 80.

20.Amenorrhea: 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.

21.Amoxicillin: Antibiotic, L2. Observe for change in intestinal flora, 3 / 4

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compatible. Riordan & Wambach, 2010. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation (4th ed.), page 177.

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