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melly21297

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The nurse observes a mother telling a toddler that pasta and potatoes will make the child fat. What should the nurse instruct the mother about these food items?
 
  A) Toddlers need carbohydrates for brain function.
  B) It is more important to restrict protein than carbohydrates.
  C) No more than 30 of all food should be from carbohydrate sources.
  D) The child should be instructed to restrict carbohydrates after the age of 5 years.

Question 2

While in the waiting room, a child begins to cry when a toy has been taken from him. The mother immediately hands the child another toy and the crying stops. How should the nurse interpret the child's behavior?
 
  A) Easily distractible
  B) Short attention span
  C) Negative mood quality
  D) Extreme intensity of reaction



HandsomeMarc

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Answer to Question 1

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Carbohydrates are the main and preferred fuel of the body to supply energy and are essential to the functioning of body systems, the neurologic system in particular. This makes carbohydrates important to toddlers because their brain cells are actively growing. Protein should not be restricted in the toddler. Carbohydrates should not be restricted to 30 or after the age of 5 years.

Answer to Question 2

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Children who are easily distracted or who can easily shift their attention to a new situation are easy to care for. If they are crying over the loss of a toy, they can be appeased by the offer of a different one. Attention span is the ability to remain interested in a project or activity for an average length of time. Negative mood quality is when the child is unhappy or whining. A child who has an intensity of rea situations with their whole being. They cry loudly, thrash their arms, and have temper tantrums.



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