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Which item is covered by the Formula marketed for children Breast pumps, nipple shields and foods marketed for infants over 6 months
International Code? (PI #1) up to 3 years. are not covered by the Code.
Which of the following undermines Offering formula in the first few Anything that erodes or undermines the mother's ability to breastfeed and
breastfeeding? (PI #2) hours after birth. interfere with building an adequate milk supply should be avoided.

How should a direct care provider Accept scientific and factual Materials provided by manufacturers and distributors may include subtle
respond if offered informational information only about their biases and lead health care providers to subtly favour infant feeding company
materials provided by an infant products. products, thereby undermining breastfeeding.
feeding company representative?
(PI #3)
How should a direct care provider Refuse to accept any financial or Health care providers should refuse all financial or material gifts from infant
respond if offered gifts provided by material gifts. feeding company representatives because doing so may subtly favour infant
an infant feeding company feeding company products over breastfeeding.
representative? (PI #4)
Why should direct care providers It gives the appearance of Accepting financial or material inducements may unintentionally sway the
refuse financial or material product endorsement by the provider to recommend products to patients that are not specific to their
inducements? (PI #5) provider. needs.
How can direct care providers help Prohibit any posters or materials Facility should not post any images featuring infants being bottle fed.
or influence facilities to avoid with images of bottles and teats. Breastfeeding should be featured as the norm.
deliberate or accidental promotion
of feeding bottles or teats? (PI #6)

Which is a key element to include Support for all mothers including An infant feeding policy should include all Ten Steps, the Code, support to all
in the facility's infant feeding those who do not breastfeed. mothers including the ones who decide not to breastfeed, and how the facility
policy? (PI #7) monitors progress towards the Ten Steps.
What does a direct care provider Comply with the infant feeding Direct care providers are always expected to comply with the entire infant
need to do regarding the infant policy in all interactions with feeding policy of the facility.
feeding policy? (PI #8) parents.
As a direct care provider in this Determining who is responsible Direct care providers are expected to comply with the Code and assist the
facility, which of these aspects can for Code compliance. facility in complying with the Code.
you ignore? (PI #8)
Why are hospital practices To determine whether Hospitals monitor practices to determine if established targets are met in
monitored? (PI #9) established targets are met. many aspects of health care.
Which is considered a sentinel Rate of initiation and exclusive Early and exclusive breastfeeding are sentinel (key) indicators of health.
(key) indicator for monitoring BFHI breastfeeding.
practices? (PI #10)
Which is an open-ended question? What have you heard about Open-ended questions solicit more than a 'yes-no" response and lead to
(PI #11) breastfeeding? more conversations and options.
When discussing the importance of Breastfeeding is healthy for you Simple, direct sentences and terms are more likely to be understood and
breastfeeding with a pregnant and your baby. accepted by young women or those with less education. The other responses
woman, which is the most use complex, technical terms.
appropriate language to use? (PI
#12)
A mother says "I am afraid that You are afraid it will hurt…did An empathetic response that acknowledges the mother's fears followed by a
breastfeeding will hurt." Which you witness this with someone positive framing is likely to increase the mother's confidence.
response is likely to increase her you know?
confidence in breastfeeding? (PI
#13)
A mother says "My mother didn't Are you worried that your mother A response that helps her identify workable solutions that are responsive to
breastfeed and doesn't know how won't be able to help you her specific concerns and circumstances is likely to build her confidence.
to help me." Which suggestion breastfeed?
shows that you understand her
concerns? (PI #14)

Why is breastfeeding important for Breastfed babies are healthier. Formula-fed babies are more likely to get sick from infections.
the baby? (PI #15)
Why is breastfeeding important for Breastfeeding reduces risk of Breastfeeding reduces risk of breast and ovarian cancer, type II diabetes, and
the mother? (PI #15) breast and ovarian cancer. postpartum depression.
What is the global recommendation Immediately after birth (within The baby is able to crawl to the breast and begin breastfeeding within the first
for when breastfeeding should the first hour). hour of birth. Delays of even a few hours are harmful.
begin? (PI #15)

What is the global recommendation Two years or longer. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six
for how long a baby should be months and then continued breastfeeding combined with solid foods for 2
breastfed? (PI #15) years or as long as mother and baby desire.

What is the global recommendation Six months. The global recommendation is six months of exclusive breastfeeding.
for duration of exclusive
breastfeeding? (PI #15)

Which of the following is a risk for Higher risk of diarrhea. The major risk of not breastfeeding (formula feeding) is the lack of immune
babies who are not breastfed? (PI protection.
#15)
What will you make sure to discuss The importance of breastfeeding A protocol for antenatal discussion of breastfeeding includes at a minimum:
with a pregnant woman about and exclusivity. the importance of breastfeeding; global recommendations on exclusive
breastfeeding? (PI #16) breastfeeding for the first 6 months, the risks of giving formula or other
breastmilk substitutes, and the fact that breastfeeding continues to be
important after 6 months when other foods are given; the importance of
immediate and sustained skin-to-skin contact; the importance of early
initiation of breastfeeding; the importance of rooming-in; the basics of good
positioning and attachment; recognition of feeding cues.

What is an important reason for The baby is colonized with Immediate and sustained skin-to-skin colonizes the baby with mother's normal
immediate and sustained mother- mother's normal and healthy and healthy bacteria flora and stabilizes the baby.
baby skin-to-skin contact after bacteria, and baby is warmed by
birth? (PI #16) mother's body.
What should you discuss with a Early and exclusive Prenatal discussions with mothers should include, at a minimum: the
pregnant woman about breastfeeding. importance of breastfeeding; global recommendations on exclusive
breastfeeding? (PI #16) breastfeeding for the first 6 months, the risks of giving formula or other
breastmilk substitutes, and what to expect after giving birth.
Name at least one factor that Emotional support from the A companion, food & fluid intake, mobility and choice of position, and/or pain
improves the mother's childbirth continuous presence of a relief improve the birth experience
experience (PI #17) companion of choice.
Why is immediate and Breastfeeding is facilitated Skin-to-skin facilitates breastfeeding especially when it is immediate and
uninterrupted skin-to-skin between because of the hormones uninterrupted, because of the hormonal surge it brings in the mother.
mother and newborn important for involved with skin-to-skin
the mother at the physiological contact.
level? (PI #18)
Why is immediate and Bonding is facilitated because of Eye-to-eye contact and touch are essential elements for psychological
uninterrupted skin-to-skin between eye-to-eye contact and touch. aspects of mother-baby bonding.
mother and newborn is important
for the mother at the psychological
level? (PI #18)
Why is immediate and Infant bonds faster with the Babies hear their mother's voice during pregnancy and respond quickly
uninterrupted skin-to-skin between mother because of mutual during immediate and uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact after birth. Mothers
mother and newborn is important vocalizations. respond to their baby's early vocalizations at a deep psychological level.
for the infant at the psychological
level? (PI #19)
Why is immediate and Glycemia (blood glucose) is Immediate and uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact after birth fosters
uninterrupted skin-to-skin between maintained within normal limits. normalization of the baby's cardiac, respiratory, and blood glucose levels.
mother and newborn is important
for the infant at the physiological
level? (PI #19)
What is the recommended Immediacy of the skin-to-skin Immediately after birth, the wet naked baby should be placed on the mother's
sequence when placing the infant contact; when skin-to-skin, naked upper body, and the infant's head and back should be dried
skin-to-skin with the mother? (PI infant’s head and back are thoroughly.
#20) thoroughly dried; determine the
stability of the infant while skin-
to-skin with mother.
What are key points that should be Colour, breathing, free The baby's colour, breathing, and free movements of head and neck should
assessed when the newborn is skin- movements of head and neck. be checked and monitored while the newborn is in skin-to-skin contact with
to-skin with the mother? (PI #21) mother.

Why should skin-to-skin be Infant’s temperature will Any interruptions to skin-to-skin contact after birth, even brief ones, cause
uninterrupted? (PI #22) decrease. stress to the baby including decreased temperature and higher levels of
cortisol.
When would it be acceptable to In presence of a medical issue. Interruption of skin-to-skin contact in the first two hours after birth should only
interrupt skin-to-skin within the first occur if there is an urgent medical complication of mother or baby.
2 hours after birth? (PI #23)
What is the recommended Keep baby skin-to-skin with the Keep the baby skin-to-skin and securely on the mother's body, covered with a
sequence for transferring mother mother, covered with a dry dry blanket during any transfer to another room.
and infant together in another blanket; make sure the baby is
room? (PI #24) secure.
Why is suckling at the breast Sucking triggers normal onset of Sucking at the breast in the first two hours trigger normal onset of lactation
important in the first 2 hours, when milk production. (breastmilk production), increases uterine contractions, and reduces risk of
the baby is ready? (PI #25) infant mortality.
Which sequence best describes at Mother is in semi-recumbent The mother is semi-recumbent; the baby's breathing, color and
least 3 aspects of safe care of the position; infant’s breathing, responsiveness are monitored frequently. The baby's nose and mouth always
newborn in the first 2 hours after coloration and responsiveness remain visible.
birth? (PI #26) are checked regularly; infant’s
nose and mouth are always
visible.
When the baby is placed skin-to- Moving to the breast and Babies go through nine instinctive stages after birth as they move to the
skin on the mother at birth, what touching the mother's body and breast, touch the mother's breast and body, then begin breastfeeding. If the
behaviors should he demonstrate breast. baby briefly rests, merely observe until the baby begins moving again.
instinctually before latching? (PI
#27)
What should you discuss with a Respond promptly to infant Prompt response to the baby's feeding cues and unrestricted length and
mother to prevent engorged feeding cues. letting the baby nurse as often and long as desired is the best way to prevent
breasts? (PI #28) breast engorgement.
Which statement about exclusive Baby will get all the nutrients Frequent effective breastfeeding could provide baby the needed energy and
breastfeeding is correct? (PI #29) needed by effective exclusive fluid. Even one dose of formula changes the microbiota. There should be no
breastfeeding. time limit for exclusive breastfeeding.
What information would you share Minimum feeding frequency is 8 Newborns normally nurse frequently - at least 8 times in 24 hours - in the first
with a mother about a normal times per 24 hours. days of life.
baby's typical feeding patterns in
the first 36 hours of life? (PI #30)

What is a common normal nursing Baby nurses for 10-30 minutes, Normal breastfed babies nurse for about 10-30 minutes per feed, taking one
pattern for a newborn in the first at least 8 times a day in the first or both breasts, about 8-12 or more times a day.
few days? (PI #30) few months.
Which of the following is a sign of Baby passes meconium stool Passing meconium (dark) stool and increasing stool output, becoming more
adequate transfer of milk in the first followed by increase in stool yellow, is a reliable sign of adequate milk intake by the baby.
few days? (PI #31) output.
What are 2 things that should be Infant has rhythmic bursts of Behaviours to observe during a full breastfeeding session include infant
observed when assessing a full sucking with brief pauses; infant sucking rhythms, bursts of sucking, and the infant's release of the breast at
breastfeeding session? (PI #32) releases the breast at the end of the end of the session in obvious satiation.
feed in obvious satiation.

Name an important aspect that is Mother’s nipple is wet with milk, At the end of the feed, the nipple should be wet with milk, intact and
observed at the end of a full intact, and comfortable. comfortable, and the baby relaxed and showing signs of satiation.
breastfeeding assessment. (PI
#32)
What is the BEST way to help a Help the mother identify how to Observe how the mother holds and positions her baby, gently reinforcing
mother achieve a comfortable and hold her baby to best facilitate what is effective and offering any helpful suggestions.
safe position for breastfeeding the baby’s innate reflexes and
during the hospital stay? (PI #33) latching.

What are 2 key points for effective Baby's head and body are in Four key points of effective positioning are: baby's head and body are in line;
positioning baby at breast? (PI line; baby is supported. baby is held close to mother's body; baby is supported; and baby's nose
#33) touches mother's nipple.
When helping a mother to achieve Observe the mother Observation of a full breastfeed is the first step in helping mother and baby
an effective and comfortable latch, breastfeeding. achieve comfortable, effective breastfeeding.
what is the FIRST thing to do? (PI
#34)
Why does 24-hour rooming-in Mothers learn to recognize and Rooming-in day and night helps mother recognize her baby's feeding cues
support breastfeeding? (PI #35) respond to baby’s feeding cues. and to feed frequently and responsively. Rooming-in also improves bonding.

Which reason to separate a mother Mother is unconscious or Mother is medically unstable and unable to safely care for her baby.
and baby is justified because of the medically unstable.
mother's condition? (PI #36)

Name a reason to separate the Baby needs respiratory support. A baby with a ventilator needs professional supervision.
baby from the mother because of
the baby's condition. (PI #36)
Which of the following is an early Baby is salivating or rooting. Feeding cues are subtle changes in the baby's behaviour showing hunger.
feeding cue? (PI #37) Cues signal the mother to get ready before the baby becomes impatient and
cries.
Name the most important newborn Baby opens the mouth and turns The most obvious first feeding cue is baby rooting for the breast. Sucking
feeding cue. (PI #37) toward the breast (rooting or motions are an early cue but can be masked by pacifier use. Crying is a late
seeking). hunger cue.
Why is responsive feeding is Babies learn how to self-regulate Responsive feeding teaches trust and self-regulation.
important for all mother-baby at the breast or with a bottle.
dyads? (PI #38)
What does responsive feeding Responding promptly to the Responsive feeding is part of nurturing care and means to respond promptly
mean? (PI #39) infant's cues for feeding. to the infant's needs.
When demonstrating to a mother Wash her hands. Handwashing before handling her breast prevents any accidental
how to hand express her milk, it is contamination of the milk and her breast.
important to remind her to: (PI #40)

Which statement about the Freshly expressed human milk Freshly expressed human milk may be stored safely at room temperature
appropriate storage of breastmilk is stored in a very warm room for (10–29C, 50–85F) for some period of time. For room temperatures ranging
correct? (PI #41) more than 4 hours should be from 27C to 32C (29C= 85F), 4 hours may be a reasonable limit according to
discarded. the present evidence. Containers do not need to be sterilized. Complete
washing in hot soapy water and rinsing is enough.

Which statement about handling of Discard the remaining milk Some bacterial contamination occurs in thawed milk. Current
thawed expressed breastmilk is within 1–2 hours after the recommendation is to discard any remaining thawed milk 1-2 hours after the
accurate? (PI #42) infant's feed. infant's feed.
What is the key point to discuss Preterm, late preterm, or some Preterm, late preterm or weak infants may be unable to open their mouth
with a mother know before she weaker infants may not initially enough for a deep, effective latch.
breastfeeds her preterm infant? open their mouths wide enough
(PI #43) to latch.
If a preterm, late preterm, or low- Encouragement to use frequent Preterm, late preterm or low-birth-weight babies may not be able to effectively
birth-weight infant is not sucking hand expression and obtain milk at breast. Encourage the mother to hand-express her milk and use
effectively at the breast, a compression of the breast. breast compression during feeds to assist milk transfer.
conversation with the mother
should include: (PI #44)
Why does a mother need to be with Helps her baby heal and grow; Sick and preterm babies need their mothers' presence, milk, and touch even
her sick or preterm infant in the the mother can breastfeed or more than healthy babies. Mothers should be enabled to visit the intensive
Intensive Care unit? (PI #45) provide her milk. care unit as often and for as long as they want.
What is unique about responsive Breastfeeding at the breast is Breastfeeding at the breast is guided by the preterm infant’s competence and
feeding for preterm infants? (PI guided by the infant’s stability rather than a certain gestational/postnatal/postmenstrual age or
#46) competence and stability rather weight. And mother has to learn discrete signs of readiness to feed.
than a certain
gestational/postnatal/postmenstr
ual age or weight.
Which condition is an absolute Baby with galactosemia. Galactosemia is the only absolute contraindication to breastmilk or
contraindication for breastfeeding breastfeeding in WHO “Acceptable reasons” document. Considering the
or breastmilk feeding? (PI #47) benefits of breastfeeding and the insignificant role of breast milk in the
transmission of other respiratory viruses, a mother could continue
breastfeeding if she gets COVID-19 infection.
When should supplementation of a Hyperbilirubinemia associated A thorough breastfeeding evaluation should be done before supplementation
breastfed baby with donor milk or with low breastmilk intake is considered.
formula be considered? (PI #48) despite thorough investigation of
breastfeeding.

A 4 days old exclusively breastfed Baby may need supplementation Scant urine and no stool are signs of inadequate milk intake, which is a
full-term infant was readmitted to with expressed milk, donor milk medical indication for supplementation while breastfeeding is improved.
hospital for scant urine, no stool or formula until breastfeeding is
and dehydration. Which of the assessed and corrected.
following actions is the MOST
APPROPRIATE? (PI #48)

After a skilled assessment and A three-day-old baby did not The baby did not have adequate intake. Mother's previous nipple surgery may
management of breastfeeding, have any stool for two days. His damage the nerve supply and influence the milk production.
which of the following condition is a mother had bilateral nipple
medical indication for surgery for inverted nipples in
supplementing the breastfed adolescence.
newborn? (PI #48)
Which statements about giving a Giving any food or fluids other When there is no medical indication, adding any food or fluid other than
breastfed newborn any food or than breastmilk may interfere breastmilk, does not show any effect as the statement.
fluids other than breast milk, in the with the establishment of breast-
absence of medical indication is milk production.
CORRECT? (PI #49)

When a 2-day-old breastfed baby Mother’s own expressed milk. Expressed breast milk from the infant’s mother is the first choice for extra
with cleft palate needs feeding for the breastfed infant.
supplementation following poor
suckling at breast even after skillful
help, which of the following is the
BEST CHOICE? (PI #50)
A breastfeeding mother is Assess a breastfeed to evaluate First, health workers need to evaluate the breastfeeding and other relevant
concerned about her 2-day old the presence of medical condition to explore the reason of baby’s crying. Only after then, they can give
baby’s frequent crying. She asks to indications for supplementation. the right timely help.
get a bottle of formula so that she
and her baby can have a good
sleep. What is your best action
after you have listened to her
concerns? (PI #51)
A first-time pregnant woman asks: It seems that you are worried This response accepts the feeling of the woman, also uses an open question
"I am afraid that I may not have about not being able to to explore the underlying cause of the feeling.
enough milk for my baby, like my exclusively breastfeed your
sister. I want to make sure I know baby. Could you tell me more
about bottle-feeding also. How about that?
often should I formula feed my
baby while continue
breastfeeding?” Which response of
the following is MOST
APPROPRIATE? (PI #51)
Which step about safe preparation Use boiled water and add Allow the water to cool to not less than 70 °C because powdered formula may
of formula is correct? (PI #52) formula while water is above 70 contain pathogens which may be killed if the temperature is above 70C.
degrees C.
What is an important element of Baby should be held securely During safe cup feeding, the baby should be held securely upright, awake and
safe cup feeding? (PI #53) upright. alert, and the feed should progress at a pace comfortable for the baby.

What is an UNSAFE action during Pour the milk in the baby’s Pouring milk into the baby's mouth may cause aspiration and does not
cup feeding? (PI #53) mouth. actively involve the baby in feeding.
What is a safe manner to feed an Look out for and respect A safe feeding manner includes: holding the baby fairly upright for feeds,
infant a supplement? (PI# 54) satiation cues. allowing the baby to drink at his/her own pace, and responding to the baby's
satiation cues.
Which method of providing a Cup-feed with small open cup. A small open cup is the safest way to supplement a baby, and most likely to
supplement is MOST likely to preserve breastfeeding.
preserve breastfeeding? (PI #55)
Which feeding device is MOST Open cup. If an infant cannot feed from the breast, then the safest alternative is to feed
APPROPRIATE if a preterm baby from a cup. Even low-birthweight and premature babies can cup feed.
cannot yet breastfeed but can
tolerate oral feeds? (PI #55)
Which statement about the use of The use of a pacifier prevents Baby's sucking cues can be masked by pacifier use. Teats may alter the
feeding bottle, teats and pacifiers is the mother from observing the baby's sucking response at the breast.
correct? (PI #56) infant’s subtle feeding cues,
which may delay feeding.
A breastfeeding mother of a 2-day You seem anxious that the Accept the mother’s feeling and reflect back with empathy, which will make it
old baby asks for a pacifier, saying frequency of the feeds may easier for mother to take your further suggestion.
”My baby sucks so frequently that damage your nipples....
my nipple could not stand it
anymore!" You have assessed a
breastfeeding, and everything
seems as expected. What will you
respond next? (PI #56)

Which of the following contributes Recommending scheduled Scheduled feeds often cause too much milk to remain in the breast which
to the most common problems of feeds with set duration. causes pain and other breast problems. Frequent unrestricted breastfeeding
lactating breasts? (PI #57) prevents many problems of lactating breasts.

When a mother says her nipples Observe a full breastfeed, When a mother says her nipples are sore, first observe a full breastfeed.
are painful, what is the FIRST looking for deep attachment at Then, if needed, help her to reposition the baby with a deeper latch.
action that should be taken? (PI breast.
#57)
If a mother's nipples are flat or Place the baby in skin-to-skin Immediate skin-to-skin contact and allowing the baby to find the breast is the
inverted, what is the FIRST contact immediately after birth FIRST action to take. Many babies can nurse effectively even if the mother's
important action to take? (PI #57) and allow the baby to move to nipples are flat or inverted.
the breast.
On day 3, the mother's breasts are Help the mother express some If the mother's breasts are so full and hard that the baby has difficulty
full and hard, making it difficult for milk to soften her breast before latching, expressing some milk to soften the breast is often helpful.
the baby to latch. Which attempting to feed her baby.
suggestion is most helpful? (PI
#57)
A baby who is having difficulty Help the mother attempt to Attempting direct breastfeeding by repositioning the baby for a deeper latch is
latching has a short, tight frenulum reposition the baby to achieve a the first strategy. If that is unsuccessful, then other actions can be taken.
(band under the tongue). What is deeper latch.
the first thing to try to help the
baby? (PI #57)
A mother is feeding her healthy The baby's effective latch at After assuring appropriate feeding frequency and length, the next observation
infant in an appropriately frequent breast and sucking. is whether the baby is in a deep, comfortable position at the mother's breast
pattern. She says her baby is during the entire feed.
crying frequently. What should you
NEXT assess? (PI #58)

A mother says her healthy infant is Baby's feeds are limited in Frequent crying in an exclusively breastfed, healthy is most likely due to
crying frequently. What is the length and/or frequency. hunger. Encourage the mother to feed more often and as long as the baby
MOST LIKELY reason for the desires.
baby's crying? (PI #58)
What to suggest to new parents for Mother or partner can hold the Skin-to-skin contact and holding could help to calm the baby.
calming their infant who continues baby in skin-to-skin contact.
crying after an effective feed? (PI
#59)
Where do you recommend mothers Breastfeeding clinics or peer Mothers should be given information about Code compliant, locally known
to seek help on infant feeding once counselors. local resources in the community.
they leave the hospital? (PI #60)

What are ways that a hospital can Sharing similar or same To get a seamless transition for this population, discussions, meetings,
coordinate breastfeeding materials to be given to parents. communications should be coordinated.
messages with the community? (PI
#61)
What are some of the essential Basic elements of feeding Discussions during hospital stay should have been about knowledge, skills
issues related to feeding to discuss patterns and how to know her the mother could acquire to be confident in what she is doing and to prevent
with a mother before she leaves baby is getting enough milk. most common complications such as engorgement, sore or cracked nipples,
the hospital? (PI #62) mastitis.

Which of the following is a warning Baby is regularly sleeping for A normal healthy newborn has short (60-90 minute) sleep cycles in the early
sign of undernourishment or more than 4 hours at a time in weeks. Sleeping longer than 4 hours and difficulty arousing are signs of
dehydration in the infant? (PI #63) the first week and is difficult to undernourishment.
arouse.

What information would you share Baby has scant amount of urine Scant urine is a warning sign of dehydration.
with a mother about when she per day.
should bring her baby to a
healthcare professional after
discharge? (PI #63)
Which of the following is normal for Full breasts before a feed. Mother's breasts are usually fuller before a feed, and less full after an
a breastfeeding mother after effective feed throughout the breastfeeding period.
discharge? (PI #64)

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