Author Question: Which of the following is an advantage of breastfeeding for the infant? A) Breast milk is more ... (Read 83 times)

dmcintosh · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following is an advantage of breastfeeding for the infant?

A) Breast milk is more difficult to digest, so it makes the infant feel fuller longer.
B) Breast milk contains antibodies and thus decreases the possibility of gastrointestinal illnesses.
C) It takes less effort for an infant to suck at a breast than from a bottle.
D) Breast milk leads to firmer stools, increasing bowel tone.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about breastfeeding?

A) Breastfeeding increases the risk of breast cancer.
B) Breastfeeding offers a good chance for bonding with the infant.
C) Uterine involution is slowed by breastfeeding.
D) Breastfeeding mothers have a decreased risk of developing thrombophlebitis.