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cmoore54

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Differences in preterm and term infant feeding include:
 a. preterm infants may have oral hypersensitivity.
  b. preterm infants accept food readily by mouth.
  c. preterm infants have a more stable feeding position.
  d. the central nervous system in preterm infants signals hunger prematurely.
  e. All of the above

Question 2

There are many nutritional concerns in infants with special health care needs. Feeding problems may result from the disruption of the delivery of nutrients due to:
 a. structure or functioning of the mouth or oral cavity.
  b. instructions that were too complicated for parents to follow.
  c. appetite being suppressed by medications or constipation.
  d. inappropriate food choices or methods of preparation.
  e. All of the above



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

e



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