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What is the purpose of milk banks in NICUs for premature babies in India?
What is the purpose of milk banks in NICUs for premature babies in India?
- To receive and process donated milk for storage and use (correct)
- To provide commercial infant formula to infants
- To provide a place for mothers to breastfeed
- To sell breast milk to mothers
How is donated milk processed before storage in milk banks?
How is donated milk processed before storage in milk banks?
- It is not processed before storage
- It is stored in large containers
- It is pooled and pasteurized (correct)
- It is mixed with commercial infant formula
Why is breast milk important for infant nutrition and development?
Why is breast milk important for infant nutrition and development?
- It is cheaper than commercial infant formula
- It provides suitable amounts of carbohydrate, fat, and protein (correct)
- It has a longer shelf life than commercial infant formula
- It is easier to prepare than commercial infant formula
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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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