The Benefits of Breastfeeding

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Which type of cells in the mammary gland are responsible for secreting milk?

  • Myoepithelial cells
  • Alveoli
  • Secretory cells (correct)
  • Lactogenesis cells

When does mammary gland development usually complete after the first menstrual cycle?

  • Within 24 to 30 months
  • Within 12 to 18 months (correct)
  • Within 6 to 12 months
  • Within 18 to 24 months

During which stage of lactogenesis does milk production begin?

  • Lactogenesis III
  • Lactogenesis IV
  • Lactogenesis II
  • Lactogenesis I (correct)

What is the preferred food for healthy, premature, and sick newborns?

<p>Human milk (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do myoepithelial cells in the mammary gland do?

<p>Contract to cause milk ejection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Human milk is the preferred food for healthy, premature, and sick newborns.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Alveoli are cell in the milk gland, responsible for secreting milk.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Mammary gland development is usually complete within 12 to 18 months after the first menstrual cycle.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Adequately experienced and informed health care professionals provide support for successful breastfeeding.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Lactogenesis I is the first stage of milk production.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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