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luminitza

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Parents of a 6-month-old infant ask the nurse why it is necessary to offer iron-rich formula to their child. What is the correct response?
 
  a. The infant has limited ability to produce red blood cells.
  b. The infant has ineffective digestive enzymes.
  c. The infant has exhausted maternal iron stores.
  d. The infant has need of the iron to support dentition.

Question 2

How might the nurse demonstrate the parachute reflex with an infant?
 
  a. Lifting the infant high in the air above her head
  b. Holding the infant in a football hold, cradling the head
  c. Seating the infant in a stroller in an upright position
  d. Thrusting the infant downward into the crib


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sarah_brady415

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Many pediatricians recommend iron-fortified formulas because maternal iron stores decrease by 6 months of age.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The infant, when thrust downward in a prone position, will protectively extend the arms.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

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