Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review

Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review

Author: Linda J. Smith

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2022-09-29

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 1284198286

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Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review, Fifth Edition is an ideal reference to help prepare for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) certification examination. Completely updated and revised, the Fifth Edition follows the latest IBLCE Detailed Content Outline, contains more than 950 practice exam questions and answer rationales, more than 300 photos, and 20 actual clinical case studies. Organized around the mother-baby dyad's development, it poses questions unique to each particular stage. This review guide is perfect for beginning lactation consultants and those re-certifying, as well as dietitians, childbirth educators, nurses, and breastfeeding counselors.


Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review

Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review

Author: Linda J. Smith

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2016-03-15

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1284119327

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Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review, Fourth Edition is an ideal reference to help prepare for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) certification examination. Completely updated and revised, the Fourth Edition follows the latest IBLCE Detailed Content Outline, contains more than 950 practice exam questions and answer rationales, more than 300 photos, and 20 actual clinical case studies. Organized around the mother-baby dyad’s development, it poses questions unique to each particular stage. This review guide is perfect for beginning lactation consultants and those re-certifying, as well as dietitians, childbirth educators, nurses, and breastfeeding counselors.


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Book Only

Author: Linda Smith

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2010-10-15

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 0763776165

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Consistent with the direction being followed by the IBLCE exam board, The Third Edition of Linda J. Smith’s highly successful Comprehensive Lactation Consultant Exam Review is organized around the chronological stages of the mother-baby dyad’s development. With over 800 questions and over 30 new clinical pictures, the Third Edition encourages an in-depth exploration of each stage of the mother-baby dyad’s development, and poses questions that are often unique to that particular stage. It contains two complete Practice Exams and presents thirteen actual Clinical Case Studies, each asking several questions about the case. This review guide is perfect for beginning lactation consultants and those re-certifying, as well as dietitians, childbirth educators, nurses, and breastfeeding counselors! This new edition offers: • Information organized by Chronological Stages versus by Disciplines • Over 100 more questions than the Second Edition, and over 30 new clinical pictures • Practice Exams that follow the 2010 IBLCE exam format by having 175 multiple-choice questions, of which, 100 questions have clinical pictures The companion online image gallary contains full color clinical pictures to help you learn!


Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice

Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice

Author: Rebecca Mannel

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 793

ISBN-13: 0763745030

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Core Curriculum for Lactation Consultant Practice, Second Edition allows aspiring and established lactation consultants to assess their knowledge, experience, and expertise in developing an effective study plan for certification. The Second Edition of this text, contributed to by Rebecca Mannel, Patricia J. Martins, and Marsha Walker, has been updated and is the perfect resource to study for the certification exam. This updated resource takes you through the areas that appear in the lactation consultant certification exam administered by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (ILCA). The comprehensive coverage will allow you to develop an effective plan to optimize your study time. The curriculum also serves as a convenient, evidence-based source for daily reference. Specifically the Second Edition: * Follows the IBLCE exam blueprint, reviewing all topics and areas covered on the lactation consultant certification exam. * Provides a "road map" that allows you to pinpoint areas of particular interest or identified need. * Presents a useful reference for staff development, new staff orientation, and curriculum development. * Presents extensive references to direct you to further study. * Provides extensive references to direct you to further study. * Presents the core knowledge needed to practice as an IBCLC.


Ibclc Exam Secrets Study Guide: Lactation Consultant Review and Practice Test Questions for the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Exa

Ibclc Exam Secrets Study Guide: Lactation Consultant Review and Practice Test Questions for the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Exa

Author: Mometrix Lactation Consultant Certification Test Team

Publisher: Mometrix Media LLC

Published: 2023-07-11

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781516709694

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Mometrix Test Preparation's IBCLC Exam Secrets Study Guide is the ideal prep solution for anyone who wants to pass their International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Examination. The exam is extremely challenging, and thorough test preparation is essential for success. Our study guide includes: * Practice test questions with detailed answer explanations * Tips and strategies to help you get your best test performance * A complete review of all Lactation Consultant test sections * Development and Nutrition * Physiology and Endocrinology * Pathology * Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology Mometrix Test Preparation is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official testing organization. All organizational and test names are trademarks of their respective owners. The Mometrix guide is filled with the critical information you will need in order to do well on your Lactation Consultant exam: the concepts, procedures, principles, and vocabulary that the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) expects you to have mastered before sitting for your exam. The Development and Nutrition section covers: * Normal Newborn Feeding Behaviors * Indicators of Well-Being * Identification of Food Intolerances and Allergies * Normal Positioning for Infants while Breastfeeding The Physiology and Endocrinology section covers: * Thyroid Disorders * Autoimmune Disorders * Ongoing Postpartum Feeding of Multiples * Newborn Hypoglycemia The Pathology section covers: * Common Congenital Disorders * Connection between Chronic Disease and Breastfeeding * Acute Illness and Breastfeeding * Milk Overproduction Symptoms and Prevention The Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology section covers: * Home Birth Practices * Cultural Impact of Birthing Practices * Impacts of Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder on Breastfeeding * Safe Sleep Practices ...and much more! Our guide is full of specific and detailed information that will be key to passing your exam. Concepts and principles aren't simply named or described in passing, but are explained in detail. The Mometrix Lactation Consultant study guide is laid out in a logical and organized fashion so that one section naturally flows from the one preceding it. Because it's written with an eye for both technical accuracy and accessibility, you will not have to worry about getting lost in dense academic language. Any test prep guide is only as good as its practice questions and answer explanations, and that's another area where our guide stands out. The Mometrix test prep team has provided plenty of Lactation Consultant practice test questions to prepare you for what to expect on the actual exam. Each answer is explained in depth, in order to make the principles and reasoning behind it crystal clear. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pass standardized tests and achieve their education and career goals. We've done this by setting high standards for Mometrix Test Preparation guides, and our IBCLC Exam Secrets Study Guide is no exception. It's an excellent investment in your future. Get the Lactation Consultant review you need to be successful on your exam.


The Breastfeeding Answer Book

The Breastfeeding Answer Book

Author: Nancy Mohrbacher

Publisher: LA Leche League International

Published: 2003-01

Total Pages: 680

ISBN-13: 9780912500928

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This book is the definitive resource for those who are dedicated to helping mothers breastfeed. Highlights include new approaches to positioning and latch-on, information on the use of prescription and herbal medications to increase milk supply, new illustrations of breast structure and how the breast functions as reflected in the research of Dr Peter Hartmann, and information on breastfeeding in emergency situations. This guidebook can be used to help mothers establish and enjoy a satisfying breastfeeding relationship with their babies. Available in hard cover, on CD-ROM, or as a set of both. To order, contact La Leche League International, 1400 N. Meacham Rd., Schaumburg IL 60173; by phone at 847-519-9585; or online at www.lalecheleague.org. Mention code BPA04.


Counseling the Nursing Mother

Counseling the Nursing Mother

Author: Judith Lauwers

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 832

ISBN-13: 128405263X

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Written from a teaching perspective, Counseling the Nursing Mother: A Lactation Consultant's Guide, Sixth Edition presents topics within a counseling framework with practical suggestions and evidence-based information interwoven throughout. Completely updated and revised, it includes new research on milk composition, the importance of the gut microbiome and skin-to-skin care, Affordable Care Act changes, and the latest guidelines from the World Health Organization for breastfeeding with HIV. Also explored and expanded are discussions on cultural competence, working effectively and sensitively with LGBTQ families, addressing disparities in health equity, milk banking issues, and social media trends for lactation information and support.Additionally, the Sixth Edition also serves as a significant teaching tool for students, interns, and other healthcare professionals. With an extensive glossary and bulleted lists at the end of each chapter, it is an ideal study guide for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification and practice.Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook.


Core Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care

Core Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care

Author: Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2022-09

Total Pages: 875

ISBN-13: 1284255514

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"Core Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care, Second Edition provides a trustworthy source for lactation-specific information and education for students, interns, certification candidates, instructors, and clinicians-in any discipline or specialty-who provide care to breastfeeding families. Published in association with the Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC), it reflects the current state of practice and serves as a fundamental resource for beginning clinicians, orienting staff, and planning continuing education programs.Organized in three sections, Core Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care, Second Edition focuses on the science, management, and professional aspects of lactation care. With contributions from a team of clinical lactation experts from several countries around the world, it emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to provide comprehensive care for breastfeeding families. Written to complement the LEAARC curriculum used in recognition of lactation education programs, the text includes clinical applications that move from theory to practice, including key learning points, clinical case studies, and real-life stories from parents and the healthcare team"--


Case Studies in Breastfeeding

Case Studies in Breastfeeding

Author: Karin Cadwell

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 230

ISBN-13: 9780763726003

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With a consultative framework, this text presents illustrative case studies to increase the practitioner's knowledge about managing complex breastfeeding cases.


Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation

Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation

Author: Karin Cadwell

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9780763735777

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Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation: A Guide for the Practitioner, Second Edition explores the characteristics of breastfeeding problems that can be seen, heard, or observed, and allows the assessor to distinguish between breastfeeding problems and actual medical issues. This text is designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for constructing a comprehensive process for determining the breastfeeding status of mothers and infants. While past experience can provide some direction for exploration, a thorough assessment demands detailed examination o