Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of milk banks in NICUs for premature babies in India?
To receive and process donated milk for storage and use
How is donated milk processed before storage in milk banks?
It is pooled and pasteurized
Why is breast milk important for infant nutrition and development?
It provides suitable amounts of carbohydrate, fat, and protein
Study Notes
- There is a need for milk banks in NICUs for premature babies in India.
- Milk banks receive and process donated milk for storage and use.
- Milk from multiple donors is pooled and pasteurized before storage.
- Milk is stored in small containers and can be frozen for up to 1 year.
- Milk banks charge a processing fee to cover costs.
- Breast milk is important for infant nutrition and development.
- Breast milk banks are cost-effective and efficient.
- If a mother cannot feed her infant directly, expressed breast milk should be used.
- Human breast milk is superior to commercial infant formula.
- Breast milk provides suitable amounts of carbohydrate, fat, and protein.
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