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What is the primary goal of having a written breastfeeding plan in hospitals?
What is the primary goal of having a written breastfeeding plan in hospitals?
- To facilitate discussions about formula feeding options
- To ensure all healthcare staff are aware of supportive practices for breastfeeding (correct)
- To instruct mothers on how to nurse their infants
- To limit the number of patients in the maternity ward
Which of the following best describes the importance of prenatal assistance in breastfeeding?
Which of the following best describes the importance of prenatal assistance in breastfeeding?
- It focuses solely on weight gain of the infant
- It primarily addresses postpartum depression
- It prepares mothers for possible formula feeding
- It educates expectant mothers on the benefits and methods of breastfeeding (correct)
Why is skin-to-skin contact encouraged within the first half hour after delivery?
Why is skin-to-skin contact encouraged within the first half hour after delivery?
- It helps regulate the mother's body temperature
- It reduces the likelihood of jaundice in the infant
- It promotes maternal bonding but is not essential for lactation
- It aids in the initiation of breastfeeding and bonding (correct)
What is advised regarding the use of artificial nipples or pacifiers for breastfeeding infants?
What is advised regarding the use of artificial nipples or pacifiers for breastfeeding infants?
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What is one key reason mothers are encouraged to breastfeed on demand?
What is one key reason mothers are encouraged to breastfeed on demand?
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What role do support groups play after hospital discharge regarding breastfeeding?
What role do support groups play after hospital discharge regarding breastfeeding?
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Study Notes
Successful Breastfeeding Steps
- Implement a written breastfeeding policy accessible to all healthcare personnel.
- Train healthcare staff to effectively assist mothers in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding.
- Educate pregnant women about the benefits of breastfeeding and practical techniques for success.
- Support mothers in initiating breastfeeding within the first 30 minutes post-delivery, promoting skin-to-skin contact.
- Demonstrate breastfeeding techniques to mothers, ensuring they understand how to breastfeed even when separated from their babies.
Nutritional Guidelines
- Exclusively provide breast milk to newborns unless medically necessary to introduce other foods.
Rooming-In Policy
- Encourage mother-infant cohabitation 24/7 to enhance bonding and breastfeeding success.
Responsive Feeding
- Promote breastfeeding on demand, allowing infants to feed as needed rather than on a fixed schedule.
Avoiding Non-Nutritive Devices
- Advise against the use of bottles, pacifiers, or teats for breastfed infants, highlighting potential risks.
Support Networks
- Establish breastfeeding support groups and encourage new mothers to engage with them after hospital discharge.
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