Table 8 Knowledge requested for breastfeeding preterm infants
From: Knowledge of healthcare providers regarding breastfeeding preterm infants in mainland China
Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
Indications and contraindications to breastfeeding preterm infants | 148 | 82.2 |
Characteristics of digestive system and nutrient requirements of preterm infants | 145 | 80.6 |
Breastfeeding methods for preterm infants | 133 | 73.9 |
Nutrients, functions and mechanisms of premature breast milk | 126 | 70.0 |
Methods of supplementing other nutrients during breastfeeding | 125 | 69.4 |
Storage and transportation of breast milk | 117 | 65.0 |
Methods to promote breastfeeding in preterm infants | 88 | 48.9 |