IBCLC - Certification Research and Evidence-Based Practice Flashcards
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Which type of study examines the prevalence of breastfeeding at a single point in time?
Answer: Cross-sectional study
Cross-sectional studies collect data at one specific point in time, providing a snapshot of prevalence or characteristics in a population.
A p-value of 0.03 in a breastfeeding study indicates:
Answer: There is a 3% chance of observing the results if the null hypothesis is true
A p-value represents the probability of obtaining results as extreme as observed, assuming the null hypothesis is true.
Which research methodology is best suited to explore the lived experience of breastfeeding challenges among first-time mothers?
Answer: Qualitative phenomenological study
Phenomenological qualitative research explores the lived experiences and meanings that individuals assign to their personal experiences.
What is the purpose of a confidence interval in research reporting?
Answer: To indicate the range within which the true population value likely falls
A confidence interval provides a range of plausible values for the true population parameter, typically calculated at the 95% confidence level.
The ILCA Global Standards of Practice are best used by the IBCLC to:
Answer: Guide clinical decision-making and ensure consistent, evidence-based care
The ILCA Global Standards of Practice provide a framework for evidence-based, client-centered lactation care across all clinical settings.
Which term describes the ability of a screening tool to correctly identify infants who do have a feeding problem?
Answer: Sensitivity
Sensitivity is the proportion of true positives correctly identified by a test, reflecting its ability to detect those who actually have the condition.