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Allison tells you that 2-month-old baby Jeffrey has been fussy most of the time since he was about a week old. his birth weight was 8-4, his current weight is 9-1. Allison says she has been breastfeeding him a lot. The most likely cause of Jeffrey's fussiness is: a) he isn't getting enough to eat, b) he is sensitive to the dairy protein in Allison's diet, c) he is most likely experiencing symptoms of lactose intolerance d) he may have GER Correct Answer a) he isn't getting enough to eat Which of the following elements is increased in the milk of mothers who deliver preterm infants? a) LCPUFAs b) lactose c) calories d) calcium Correct Answer a) LCPUFAs Polly tells you that April has really been fussy at feeds, and though she is gaining well, Polly is just sure there is

something wrong. Of the following, which is the most important for you to do during the assessment? a) oral digital exam, b) before and after feeding weights, c) infant hydration status d) observation of behavior during the feed Correct Answer d) observation of behavior during the feed Lindsey, 7 months pregnant, has just been diagnosed as an insulin-dependent diabetic. She is concerned that she will not be able to breastfeed. What information will be most helpful to her? a) after the delivery she may have to decrease her caloric intake, b) after delivery she may find her insulin needs are decreased, c) it's going to be in her best interest to not breastfeed d) when she weans her baby, her insulin levels will vary Correct Answer b) after delivery she may find her insulin needs are decreased The WHO Code is: a) part of a global initiative to promote breastfeeding, b) important to decreasing formula feeding in third world counties, c) a law in the U.S. d) concerned with the marketing of breast milk substitutes Correct Answer d) concerned with the marketing of breast milk substitutes Lactoferrin does all of the following EXCEPT:

a) promotes growth of the intestinal epithelium, b) withholds iron from iron-requiring pathogens, c) alters the properties of the bacterial cell wall, d) destroys overgrowth of mutated cells Correct Answer a) promotes growth of the intestinal epithelium The onset of copious milk supply in Lactogenesis 2 seems to be triggered primarily by: a) an increase in lactose, b) a drop in estrogen, c) withdrawal or progesterone, d) an increase in plasma prolactin Correct Answer c) withdrawal of pregesterone Which of the following is true about the transmission of HIV? a) formula-feeding prevents the transmission of HIV, b) exclusive breastfeeding limits the transmission of HIV, c) engorgement can be a risk factor for the transmission of HIV, d) mixed feeds (breastfeeding and formula) slow the transmission of HIV Correct Answer b) exclusive breastfeeding limits the transmission of HIV Physiologic jaundice of the newborn is caused by which of the following? a) rapid breakdown of immature fetal RBCs, b) ineffective breastfeeding, not getting enough protein, c) a substance in colostrum that inhibits conjugation of bilirubin,

d) not enough albumin in the plasma for the bilirubin to bind to Correct Answer a) rapid breakdown of immature RBCs Which of the following breast surgeries will likely cause the most breastfeeding problems? a) Biopsy of a benign lump in the supper outer quadrant of the breast b) Removal of a benign lump, 2 cm by 3 cm just above the areola c) Breast augmentation using a periareolar incision d) Breast reduction surgery using the pedicle technique Correct Answer d) Breast reduction surgery using the pedicle technique A pediatric practice sends out a questionnaire to 245 mothers in its practice that are using a certain parenting program which advocates scheduled feedings. The results of their survey indicate that 68% of the mothers using this program breastfeed their infants at least 6 months which is higher than the national average. Assuming all the following are true, which indicates a bias that may impact the results of the study? a) The author of the program develops and administers the questionnaire b) Mothers in this practice are given a pump as a baby gift c) Mothers are all signed up for the infant formula "Sunshine" Club d) All the mothers were given the questionnaire at 6 months postpartum Correct Answer a) The author of the program develops and administers the questionnaire

The Tail of Spence has which of the following characteristics? a) Will appear after primary engorgement is over b) Is unilateral in the majority of omwne c) Can be diagnosed after 20 weeks of gestation d) Is connected to the primary breast tissue Correct Answer d) Is connected to the primary breast tissue What is the most common reason for an infant to be diagnosed with FTT? a) Nipple or breast abnormalities of the mother b) Infant with oral motor dysfunction c) Infant with low body tone d) Mismanagement of breastfeeding Correct Answer d) Mismanagement of breastfeeding Under which condition would a mother with TB NOT be allowed to provide breast milk to her infant? a) Mother is diagnosed with TB mastitis b) Active TB with positive aerosolized sputum cultures c) Active pulmonary TB with suspected multi/drug resistance d) Abnormal chest x-ray indicating active disease Correct Answer a) Mother is diagnosed with TB mastitis A strong predictor for postpartum depression is: a) Formula-feeding b) Sleep disturbances c) Lack of social support

d) Depression at any time in her life Correct Answer d) Depression at any time in her life Kayla and Grover are attending your prenatal breastfeeding class. Grover asks you how long Kayla should breastfeed. Your best response is: a) The WHO recommends breastfeeding for at least 2 years b) Weaning time is best if it's a joint decision between Kayla and the baby c) The AAP recommends breastfeeding for at least a year d) When the baby indicates that he or she is ready to wean Correct Answer b) Weaning time is best if it's a joint decision between Kayla and the baby Kayla wants to know what she needs to be doing to prepare for breastfeeding her baby who is due in 4 weeks. Your best response is: a) Enjoy the rest of the pregnancy and do some recommended reading b) Improve nipple grasp-ability by doing the Hoffman maneuver twice a day c) Have her physician check for nipple inversion to make sure she'll be able to breastfeed d) Gently rub a washcloth over the nipples several times a day too toughen them in preparation for the baby suckling Correct Answer a) Enjoy the rest of the pregnancy and do some recommended reading Mallory has been told to eliminate all dairy from her diet because the baby is lactose intolerant. Given what you

know about lactose in human milk, what direction will your counseling take? a) She really only needs to eliminate cow's milk from her diet as that is the most significant form of lactose that she would be consuming b) Since babies cannot be lactose intolerant, it's another issue entirely c) It's unlikely for the baby to be lactose intolerant and going off dairy will not change the lactose in her milk d) Sympathize with her and tell her that the best solution for lactose intolerance in a baby is to stop breastfeeding and give a lactose-free formula Correct Answer c) It's unlikely for the baby to be lactose intolerant and going off dairy will not change the lactose in her milk Violet comes to you complaining of severe sore nipples, and tells you she is going to stop breastfeeding. What is your first response? a) Sore nipples are really common in the first couple of weeks. If you just stick with it a few more days, they'll get better. b) It isn't any fun to breastfeed when you are in pain. Let's see if we can figure out what is causing the soreness. c) I'm sure you must be uncomfortable. Lots of mothers wean when their nipples are sore, so don't feel guilty about it. d) Sore nipples are not really a normal part of breastfeeding. What do you think you might be doing incorrectly? Correct Answer b) It isn't any fun to breastfeed when you are in pain. Let's see if we can figure out what is causing the soreness.

A baby who is latched on well at the breast will demonstrate which of the following? a) Minimal puckering on the cheeks b) Wide mouth with flanged lips c) Chin and nose pressed close to the breast d) Rapid sucking, lasting for at least 3 minutes Correct Answer b) Wide mouth with flanged lips Maternal lactation risk factors include which of the following? a) Small breast milk storage capacity b) Family history of insufficient milk supply c) Unrelieved postpartum breast engorgement d) Maternal age younger than 21 years Correct Answer c) Unrelieved postpartum breast engorgement Maria speaks only Spanish. You speak only English and a little bit of French. As you speak to Maria through an interpreter, you know that it's most important to: a) Always look directly at the mother b) Look back forth between the mother and interpreter so both are included c) Speak slowly and clearly d) Watch the body language of the interpreter Correct Answer a) Always look directly at the mother During the analysis of an article, you read that the p-value is <0.001. This means the findings of the investigation are: a) Statistically insignificant b) Odds less than 1 in 10 that they are due to chance

c) Statistically significant d) Clinically significant Correct Answer c) Statistically significant One of the ways that oligosaccharides prevent infection is through: a) Destroying cell walls of bacteria using sialic acid b) Inhibiting bacteria from adhering to epithelial surfaces c) Preventing pathogens from ingesting the iron d) Targeting the nucleus of bacterial cells and preventing reproduction Correct Answer b) Inhibiting bacteria from adhering to epithelial surfaces The most effective method of promoting breastfeeding is to: a) Inform the mother about the benefits of breastfeeding b) Teach the mother correct breastfeeding techniques c) Explore and address the mother's concerns d) Assist the mother in making an informed choice Correct Answer c) Explore and address the mother's concerns Newborns have buccal fat pads. The primary reason for the pads is to: a) Create a higher negative pressure during sucking b) Prevent the baby from "Dimpling" during suckling c) Provides a mechanism to keep the nipple from slipping out during feeds d) Provide extra fat stores for mobilization of calories if inadequate milk intake Correct Answer a) Create a higher negative pressure during sucking

Joanna has comes complaining of low milk supply and a poor weight gain in Caleb, her 4-week-old infant. What do you need to know before creating a plan of care that will address Joanna's problems? a) How many times a day Caleb is nursing b) How long Joanna plans on breastfeeding Caleb c) Caleb's weight patterns since birth d) Joanna's willingness to supplement Correct Answer b) How long Joanna plans on breastfeeding Which is true about infants who are fed formula instead of being breastfed? a) More likely to develop diabetes b) More likely to develop mitral valve prolapse c) Greater chance of obesity after the age of 6 d) Greater chance of infantile depression Correct Answer a) More likely to develop diabetes DeCarvalho, in a classic 1982 study, found that bilirubin levels in infants decreased as: a) Stooling decreased b) Voiding increased c) Infant weight decreased d) Feedings increased Correct Answer d) Feedings increased- which increases voids and stools An effective way of increasing milk yield when pumping is to tell the mother to: a) Pump for a minimum of 20 minutes on each breast b) Massage the breast before and during pumping c) Pump immediately after a feed

d) Drink sage tea to increase prolactin levels Correct Answer b) Massage the breast before and during pumping Studies of the demographics of breastfeeding initiation indicate which of the following groups are the most likely to initiate breastfeeding: a) College educated mothers b) Single mothers c) Middle income mothers d) Mothers aged 20- 24 Correct Answer a) College educated mothers Which of the following enzymes, released through vagal stimulation enhances digestion, sedation and a feeling of satiation and well-being? a) Gastrin b) Cholecystekinin c) Casomorphin d) Lysozyme Correct Answer a) Gastrin The primary physiologic reason frequent breastfeeding is important in the first few days is that: a) The mother's milk will come in faster and in greater quantity b) The baby will lose less weight after birth, and gain it back more quickly c) Levels of oxytocin in the blood remain higher for longer periods of time d) It facilitates the laying down of a greater number of prolactin receptors Correct Answer d) It facilitates the laying down of a greater number of prolactin receptors

One of the signs of food intolerance in a breastfed baby is: a) Diaper rash all over the buttocks not resolved by use of a diaper cream b) Inconsolable crying that begins about an hour after a feed c) Intestinal upset with gas, diarrhea and or vomiting d) Loose, yellow, seedy stools at least two times a da/ Correct Answer c) Intestinal upset with gas, diarrhea and/or vomiting Lucie, who gave birth 2 days ago to Willis, has been a diabetic since she was 15-years-old. She keeps her blood sugar under good control with several insulin injections each day. Which of the following instructions must be included in your teaching? a) It may be best to formula-feed as the lactose in her milk will vary b) Insulin requirements may change during breastfeeding c) Her chance of producing a full milk supply is about 50- 50 d) She should pump at least 4 times a day for the first two weeks since the milk supply of an insulin-dependent mother is slow to increase in volume Correct Answer b) Insulin requirements may change during breastfeeding June tells you she has a wicked cold, and wants to know what she should take to ease the symptoms. Lucien, her breastfeeding baby, is 3.5-months-old. What is your best recommendation?

a) Ask her what she usually takes and then give her current information about the drug b) Tell her that non of the OTC medications are approved for breastfeeding and that she needs to contact her physician c) Explain that it's not within the scope of practice of the IBCLC to recommend any medications and that you are unable to help her d) Tell her she shouldn't be taking drugs while breastfeeding, and ask her if she has tried any home remedies such as chicken soup or hot tea with honey and lemon Correct Answer a) Ask her what she usually takes and then give her current information about the drug The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative: a) Requires all babies in Baby Friendly Hospitals to be breastfed b) Allows hospitals to provide formula to babies but only if it's without charge c) Was developed by the WHO and UNICEF d) Requires that all supplementation be given by cup Correct Answer c) Was developed by the WHO and UNICEF When the "milk comes in" (lactogenesis 2) there is an increase in: a) Lactose b) Sodium c) Protein d) Chloride Correct Answer a) Lactose

A reason breastfed infants may be less likely to die of SIDS is that breastfed infants: a) Sleep more soundly than formula-fed infants b) Have the same sleep patterns as adults c) Are more arousable at 2-3 months than formula-fed infants d) Are awakened by their mothers more often Correct Answer c) Are more arousable at 2-3 months than formula-fed infants Silicone nipple shields should: a) Never be used because there is no current research to support their use b) Only be used for sore nipples c) Be used when a mother has mastitis and it's too painful to nurse d) Be used to assist with latch if the baby is unable to accomplish it Correct Answer d) Be used to assist with latch if the baby is unable to accomplish it Milk stasis can be caused by which of the following? a) Restriction of duration or frequency of feeds b) Low milk supply c) Fatigue and a low vitamin D level d) Breast implants through the areola Correct Answer a) Restriction of duration or frequency of feeds Heidi asks you about purchasing donor milk from the internet and wonders what your thoughts are. Your best advice is:

a) That is an excellent idea and is certainly better than supplementing your baby with formula b) HMBANA milk banks have quality control procedures in place assuring safety of the milk distributed c) You need to be careful as milk purchased from the internet has been shown to detect drugs of abuse and cow's milk d) Using milk from mothers that donate it to other mothers is better than purchasing it on the internet Correct Answer b) HMBANA milk banks have quality control procedures in place assuring safety of the milk distributed The average amount of milk a woman no breastfeeding problems produces by the end of the first month postpartum is: a) 450-550 mL/24 hours b) 600-700 mL/24 hours c) 750-850 mL/24 hours d) 900-1000 mL/24 hours Correct Answer c) 750- 850 mL/24 hours Logan calls to ask you about a drug the physician has prescribed for her. Which of the following information tells you that a particular drug is most likely safe for her to take and continue to breastfeed? a) The drug is 50% protein bound b) The drug has a molecular weight of 950 c) The drug has a half-life of 24 hours d) The milk-plasma ratio of the drug is 2.3 Correct Answer b) The drug has a molecular weight of 950

A safe sleeping environment for an infant includes: a) Infant in the prone position b) Baby sleeping on a firm, flat surface c) Baby covered with infant-sized thermal blankets d) In the parents' bed, surrounded by pillows so he doesn't fall Correct Answer b) Baby sleeping on a firm, flat surface McKenzie visits you at 6-weeks postpartum. She wants to lose her "baby weight". Your best recommendation is: a) Limit her intake to no more than 1400 calories per day b) Lose the weight slowly or it will release toxins into her bloodstream c) She needs to drink more water so she will feel full and not eat as much d) Increase her level of exercise to help decrease her weight Correct Answer d) Increase her level of exercise to help decrease her weight Mary Beth can't get one-day-old Henri to latch to her breast. Which would be your best response to her plea for help? a) Many babies don't nurse will in the first 24 hours so what he is doing is within normal parameters b) Let's put him skin-to-skin in the laid back breastfeeding position to see if that helps him to be more interested in nursing c) Let's undress him and do the gentle doll's eye rocking maneuver to help wake him up d) Let's give him about an ounce of formula by bottle which will stimulate his sucking reflex, give him calories, and help wake him up so he will be interested in nursing

Correct Answer b) Let's put him skin-to-skin in the laid back position to see if that helps him to be more interested in nursing You are doing an assessment on a baby and determine he has a type 3 tongue tie causing tongue restriction and sore nipples. What should you do? a) Refer the mom to the pediatrician for an evaluation b) Refer the mom to a pediatric dentist for a laser frenotomy c) Not say anything to the mother but call the pediatrician on your own d) Give the mother a nipple shield to use until the baby's frenulum stretches Correct Answer a) Refer the mom to the pediatrician for an evaluation A mom says she is about to wean because her two-year- old who is still nursing keeps trying to push the baby off the breast, yelling, "mine, mine!" How would you advise her? a) Tell her to gently explain the concepts of sharing to the 2 - year-old b) Wean the 2-year-old and keep nursing the baby c) Put the two-year-old in time-out when she pushes the baby d) Offer the toddler the other breast when nursing the baby Correct Answer d) Offer the toddler the other breast when nursing the baby The amount of fat the normal, healthy infant consumes on a daily basis is regulated by:

a) The size and volume capacity of the breast b) The mother determining the length of a feed c) The infant himself d) The mother's diet Correct Answer c) The infant himself The most common cause of jaundice in breastfeeding babies during the first few days is: a) Rapid breakdown of excess RBCs the first 3 days after birth b) Presence of a substance in the mother's milk that inhibits conjugation of bilirubin c) A hemolytic disease process such as ABO incompatibility or the Rh factor d) Decrease in breast milk intake causing a decrease in stool output Correct Answer a) Rapid breakdown of excess RBCs the first 3 days after birth. b- breast milk jaundice c- not common d- lack of protein intake The "half-life" of a drug refers to the length of time it takes: a) For the drug concentration in the serum to reduce by one-half b) For a drug to be worn off and half gone from the milk c) Half the drug to be half strength was to begin with d) The drug to be completely gone from the milk Correct Answer a) For the drug concentration in the serum to reduce by one-half When used correctly, the Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM) of birth control is:

a) 63% effective b) 75% effective c) 87% effective d) 98% effective Correct Answer d) 98% effective Infant crying can threaten brain development due to: a) Hyper-oxygenation of the blood flow to the brain b) Increased cortisol levels in the blood c) Constriction of capillaries within the brain d) Decrease in spinal fluid pressure Correct Answer b) Increased cortisol levels in the blood Formula-feeding increases the risk of infants developing a variety of ailments. Which is currently NOT considered to be an increased risk of being fed formula? a_ Myasethenia gravis b) Donor organ rejection c) Ulcerative colitis d) Cognitive deficiencies Correct Answer a) Myasthenia gravis You have arranged with the hospital photographer to take pictures of infants with tongue-tie and mandibular asymmetry. Which of the following statements is included in IBCLE's Code of Professional Conduct? a) Obtain the mother's written consent before taking the photographs b) Refrain from including mother's face and her breasts in the photograph c) Use a black bar to obscure the infant's eyes on the photograph

d) Inform the mothers that these photographs will be used for professional education in a presentation Correct Answer a) Obtain the mother's written consent before taking the photographs In order to culture yeast in human milk, it's necessary to add which of the following to the milk? a) Sugar b) Zinc c) Iron d) DHA Correct Answer c) Iron Mothers particularly, go through several stages in acquiring their new role as a parent. Which of the following is true of the "formal" acquisition stage? a) Parents want to do everything "right" and often feel guilty if they do something that "authorities" will consider incorrect b) Because of the high levels of anxiety during this stage, many women choose to give up breastfeeding c) This stage is characterized by fantasies of giving birth to the perfect child with extensive birth plans in hand d) During this phase, mothers become much more relaxed ans are not afraid of trying something new with their babies Correct Answer a) Parents want to do everything "right" and often feel guilty if they do something that "authorities" will consider incorrect You see Patrice, a new mom in the hospital who was given two doses of a drug for anxiety within the first 12 hours after birth. The pediatrician told her she had to

pump and dump for 36 hours after the last dose. Mom wants to start breastfeeding now and asks your opinion. When you look up the drug, you find that it's considered compatible with breastfeeding when used short-term, but is not recommended for long-term use. What do you do? a) Tell the mom that she should follow the pediatrician's recommendations as she is the baby's primary HCP b) Tell the mom that based on your research and the information you can find that the pediatrician is incorrect and to go ahead and start breastfeeding c) Tell Patrice's nurse your findings and tell her to let the pediatrician that it is ok to start nursing d) Call the pediatrician yourself with your findings and discuss with him the possibility of the mother starting breastfeedin Correct Answer d) Call the pediatrician yourself with your findings and discuss with him the possibility of the mother starting breastfeeding now The Department of Health is conducting screening tests for tuberculosis among women of childbearing age. The results of the screening indicate that the screening test is sensitive. What does this mean? a) It means that the screening test is consistent over time b) It means that the screening test is consistent among those who perform it c) It means that the screening test is able to identify those with tuberculosis, or d) It means that the screening test is able to identify those without tuberculosis Correct Answer c) It means that the screening test is able to identify those with tuberculosis

Which of the following is an independent variable? a) Levels of postnatal stress (relating multiple births) b) One-to-one teaching (and the effect of this teaching on maternal attachment) c) Perceived knowledge levels (after an educational class on latching techniques), or d) Compliance levels (after a class on the importance of completing the entire regimen) Correct Answer b) One-to- one teaching (an the effect of this teaching on maternal attachment) The practice of holding the baby so that his or her bare chest is against that of his or her mother or father to help to promote breastfeeding is: a) Parent-to-baby holding b) Skin-to-skin holding c) heart-to-heart holding, or d) baby-to-parent swaddle Correct Answer b) Skin-to-skin holding The best way for the mother to learn how to breastfeed is to: a) Follow the nurses' suggestions only b) Watch other mothers breastfeed c) Ask a friend who has just had a baby, or d) Follow the instructions of the nurses and a lactation consultant Correct Answer d) Follow the instructions of the nurses and a lactation consultant Anatomically, it is expected that an infant should grow how many cm in length by 6 months of age?

a) 5-8 cm b) 6-8 cm c) 14-18 cm, or d) 18-22 cm Correct Answer b) 18-22 cm As you walk into the hospital room to see Erin, you find her breastfeeding her baby, chatting with a couple of friends, with her gown down around her waist and her breasts exposed. Your response is to: a) tell her to cover herself up, as there is no need to just "whip it out", b) do and say nothing about the exposed breasts, c) cover her and the infant with a baby blanket, or d) ask the visitors to please leave until Erin is finished nursing Correct Answer b) do and say nothing about the exposed breasts The most important information to include in your breastfeeding class is: a) advantages of breastmilk, b) a video showing how to latch a baby on the breast, c) how dads can help with breastfeeding, or d) strategies for making breastfeeding eaier Correct Answer d) strategies for making breastfeeding easier Susie is considering pregnancy for the first time. One supplement she should be certain to include is: a) vitamin A, b) vitamin C, c) vitamin D, or d) vitamin E Correct Answer c) vitamin D Bertha, who is pregnant, asks you when her breasts will stop getting bigger so she can get some new bras. You tell her that usually most pregnancy breast growth is

completed by week: a) 18, b) 24, c) 29, or d) 34 Correct Answer c) 29 Which of the following is most likely to be a symptom of postpartum depression? a) bodily aches and pains, b) overeating, c) feeling tired and grumpy, or d) sadness lasting longer than 2 weeks Correct Answer d) sadness lasting longer than 2 weeks Which infant is at risk for iron-deficiency anemia? a) infant weighing more than 3000 g at birth, b) breastfed infant whose mother lost 2 units of blood at delivery, c) infant who is exclusively breastfed for longer than 6 months, or d) infant who is fed cow's milk before a year of age Correct Answer d) infant who is fed cow's milk before a year of age Sixteen-year-old Trudy delivered her son at 29 weeks gestation. The NICU staff reports that she plans on formula-feeding. You decide to talk to her about breastfeeding. The most important reason you decide to do this is because: a) When women hear about the benefits of breast milk for their preterm infants, many will decide to at least pump while the baby is in the NICU, b) Trudy probably chose to formula-feed because it was unlikely she had any role models that had breastfed, c) the staff probably assumed she was going to formula-feed because Trudy is an adolescent, or d) the infant is still NPO and you have time to convince Trudy to changer her mind Correct Answer a) when women hear about the

benefits of breast milk for their preterm infants, many will decide to at least pump while the baby i in the NICU The whey protein component of milk that can decrease milk supply is known as: a) suppressor peptides, b) fractional proteins, c) putrescine, or d) Feedback Inhibitor of Lactation (FIL) Correct Answer d) Feedback Inhibitor of Lactation (FIL) Milk banks that are member of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA): a) provide milk only for preterm babies, b) don't accept milk from women with any body piercings, c) use the flash heating method to pasteurize the breast milk, or d) dispense milk for babies inside as well as outside hospital settings Correct Answer d) dispense milk for babies inside as well as outside hospital settings A congenital deficiency of zinc in an infant can cause: a) FTT and skin lesions, b) GI sensitivity to artificial feeds, c) congenital cataracts, or d) Forbes-Albright Syndrome Correct Answer a) FTT and skin lesions The MOST common food sensitivity in infancy is: a) egg, b) cow's milk, c) wheat, or d) soy Correct Answer b) cow's milk When examining the newborn's palate, you should see (or feel) a: a) U-shape, b) flat shape, c) V-shape, or d) C- shape Correct Answer a) U-shape