Which is an important consideration about the storage of breast milk?
a. Can be thawed and refrozen
b. Can be frozen for up to 2 months
c. Should be stored only in glass bottles
d. Can be kept refrigerated for 48 hours
ANS: D
If used within 48 hours after being refrigerated, breast milk will maintain its full nutritional value. It should not be refrozen. Frozen milk should be kept for 1 month only. Antibodies in the milk will adhere to glass bottles. Only rigid polypropylene plastic containers should be used.
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