Which statements by a breastfeeding class participant indicate that teaching was effective? Select all that apply
1. "Breastfed infants get more skin-to-skin contact, and sleep better."
2. "Breastfeeding raises the level of a hormone that makes me feel good."
3. "Breastfeeding is complex and difficult, and I probably won't succeed."
4. "Breastfeeding is worthwhile, even if it costs more overall."
5. "Breastfed infants have fewer digestive and respiratory illnesses."
Correct
1, 2, 5
Rationale:
1. This is a true statement.
2. Every time an infant suckles, the prolactin level doubles; prolactin creates feelings of euphoria and relaxation.
3. Although there is skill involved in getting a baby to nurse successfully and coordinating the infant's efforts with the maternal efforts, breastfeeding is not perceived as difficult by the majority of women who attempt to do so.
4. Breastfeeding actually costs substantially less than formula feeding, even considering the need for increased calcium and protein intake during lactation.
5. This is a true statement. Reduced infections are due to immunologic properties in breast milk, and to the fact that breastfed infants are not put to bed with a bottle, a practice known to increase ear infections.
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