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| dvdabba Total Posts: 12 | Posted: Sun Nov 15, 2009 11:33 pm The current recommendation for breast feeding is that ? A) Exclusive breast feeding should be continued till 6 months of age followed by supplementation with additional foods B) Exclusive breast feeding should be continued till 4 months of age followed by supplementation with additional foods C) Colostrum is the most suitable food for a new born baby but it is best avoided in first 2 days D) The baby should be allowed to breast feed till one year of age Key given is B Correct answer is A There is no doubt. I have checked from Ghai as well as WHO site. Someone please clear the confusion. . . NETMEDICOS?! |
| Admin Total Posts: 890 | Posted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 12:11 am The correct answer is A. Here is WHO's comments - Breastfeeding is the normal way of providing young infants with the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. Virtually all mothers can breastfeed, provided they have accurate information, and the support of their family, the health care system and society at large. Colostrum, the yellowish, sticky breast milk produced at the end of pregnancy, is recommended by WHO as the perfect food for the newborn, and feeding should be initiated within the first hour after birth. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended up to 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years of age or beyond. |
| dvdabba Total Posts: 12 | Posted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 12:20 am Thanks for the prompt reply. |