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pragya sharda

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A mother is concerned because her 10-month-old is lethargic. What is the best action the nurse can advise this mother to implement?
 
  a. Keep the infant's room well lit.
  b. Rub the infant's soles vigorously.
  c. Offer the infant a pacifier.
  d. Handle the infant slowly and gently.

Question 2

What statement made by a parent indicates correct understanding of infant feeding?
 
  a. I've been mixing rice cereal and formula in the baby's bottle.
  b. I switched the baby to low-fat milk at 9 months.
  c. The baby really likes little pieces of chocolate.
  d. I give the baby any new foods before he takes his bottle.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Some infants respond to stimulating environments by shutting down. Move and handle infants slowly and gently.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
New solid foods should be introduced before formula or breast milk to encourage the infant to try new foods.



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