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fnuegbu

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Which statement is true about growth and development during the first 6 months? The infant will:
 
  a. gain about 2 pounds per month.
  b. regain weight lost after birth within 1 week.
  c. grow 1 cm in length per month.
  d. have a 1-inch increase in head circumference per month.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a 2-month-old with acute heart failure. The nurse is providing teaching about nutrition. Which of the following statements by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  A) The baby may need as much as 150 calories/kg per day.
  B) Small, frequent feeds are best if tolerated.
  C) The baby will not be able to have breast milk.
  D) Continuous or intermittent gavage feeding may be required for now.


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zhanghao

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

A
Each month the average infant gains 2 pounds.

Answer to Question 2

C


fnuegbu

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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