An infant has been diagnosed with an allergy to milk. In teaching ...

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An infant has been diagnosed with an allergy to milk. In teaching the parent how to meet the infant's nutritional needs, the nurse states that
 
  a. Most children will grow out of the allergy.
  b. All dairy products must be eliminated from the child's diet.
  c. It is important to have the entire family follow the special diet.
  d. Antihistamines can be used so the child can have milk products.

Question 2

A 1-year-old child is on a pure vegetarian (vegan) diet. This diet requires supplementation with what?
 
  a. Niacin
  b. Folic acid
  c. Vitamins D and B12
  d. Vitamins C and E

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Approximately 80 of children with cow's milk allergy develop tolerance by the fifth birthday. The child can have eggs. Any food that has milk as a component or filler is eliminated. These foods include processed meats, salad dressings, soups, and milk chocolate. Having the entire family follow the special diet would provide support for the child, but the nutritional needs of other family members must be addressed. Antihistamines are not used for food allergies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Pure vegetarian (vegan) diets eliminate any food of animal origin, including milk and eggs. These diets require supplementation with many vitamins, especially vitamin B6, vitamin B12, riboflavin, vitamin D, iron, and zinc. Niacin, folic acid, and vitamins C and E are readily obtainable from foods of vegetable origin.