Author Question: During the first 6 months of life, the infant should have well-baby checkups at which interval? ... (Read 63 times)

cmoore54 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

During the first 6 months of life, the infant should have well-baby checkups at which interval?

a. 1 to 2 weeks
b. 2 to 4 weeks
c. 1 to 2 months
d. 3 to 4 months

Question 2

An infant who eats very rapidly may experience problems with swallowing excessive air. What should the mother be instructed to do?

a. Use a nipple with a smaller hole.
b. Place the infant on the left side after feeding.
c. Provide the infant with water between feedings.
d. Begin the feeding before the infant becomes too hungry.

Missbam101 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Most pediatricians schedule well-baby checkups every 1 to 2 months (4 to 8 weeks) to assess the infant's growth and development, answer parental questions, observe for abnormalities, and give immunizations. Checkups are scheduled for every 1 to 2 months. Two to 4 weeks is too soon between visits, and 3 to 4 months is too long between checkups.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Infants eat rapidly when they are very hungry. If fed before becoming excessively hungry, the infant will eat at a slower rate. Using a nipple with a smaller hole will not prevent swallowing excessive air. Infants should be placed on the right side or back, but positioning the infant on the left side after feeding will not prevent excessive swallowing. Water should not be given in between feedings.