Author Question: The parents of a 9-month-old infant tell the nurse that they have noticed foods such as peas and ... (Read 70 times)

xroflmao

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 515
The parents of a 9-month-old infant tell the nurse that they have noticed foods such as peas and corn are not completely digested and can be seen in their infant's stool. The nurse bases her explanation on knowing that:
 
  a. Children should not be given fibrous foods until the digestive tract matures at age 4 years.
  b. The infant should not be given any solid foods until this digestive problem is resolved.
  c. This is abnormal and requires further investigation.
  d. This is normal because of the immaturity of digestive processes at this age.

Question 2

A 3-month-old infant, born at 38 weeks of gestation, will hold a rattle if it is put in her hands; however, she will not voluntarily grasp it. The nurse should interpret this as:
 
  a. Normal development.
  b. Significant developmental lag.
  c. Slightly delayed development caused by prematurity.
  d. Suggestive of a neurologic disorder such as cerebral palsy.



firehawk60

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 315
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The immaturity of the digestive tract is evident in the appearance of the stools. Solid foods are passed incompletely broken down in the feces. An excess quantity of fiber predisposes the child to large, bulky stools. This is a normal part of the maturational process, and no further investigation is necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
This indicates normal development. Reflexive grasping occurs during the first 2 to 3 months and then gradually becomes voluntary. No evidence of developmental lag, delayed development, or neurologic dysfunction is present.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

More than one-third of adult Americans are obese. Diseases that kill the largest number of people annually, such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke, and hypertension, can be attributed to diet.

Did you know?

Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.

Did you know?

Your heart beats over 36 million times a year.

Did you know?

Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.

Did you know?

Medication errors are more common among seriously ill patients than with those with minor conditions.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library