Asked by Maddy Hernandez on Apr 28, 2024
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A nurse is preparing to feed a 12-month-old infant with failure to thrive. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
A) Provide stimulation during feeding.
B) Avoid being persistent during feeding time.
C) Limit feeding time to 10 minutes.
D) Maintain a face-to-face posture with the infant during feeding.
Failure to Thrive
A medical condition observed in children who are significantly below standard growth and weight measures for their age.
Face-to-face Posture
A position or orientation where two individuals have their faces and bodies turned towards each other, often used in direct communication.
Provide Stimulation
The act of encouraging activities or actions that enhance psychological and physical engagement.
- Apply knowledge of pediatric nutrition and feeding techniques in the management of failure to thrive in infants.
- Recognize the importance of feeding position and environment in the nutritional management of infants with failure to thrive.
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Zybrea KnightMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse preparing to feed an infant with failure to thrive should maintain a face-to-face posture with the infant when possible. Encourage eye contact and remain with the infant throughout the meal. Stimulation is not recommended; a quiet, unstimulating atmosphere should be maintained. Persistence during feeding may need to be implemented. Calm perseverance through 10 to 15 minutes of food refusal will eventually diminish negative behavior. Although forced feeding is avoided, "strictly encouraged" feeding is essential. The length of the feeding should be established (usually 30 minutes); limiting the feeding to 10 minutes would make the infant feel rushed.
Learning Objectives
- Apply knowledge of pediatric nutrition and feeding techniques in the management of failure to thrive in infants.
- Recognize the importance of feeding position and environment in the nutritional management of infants with failure to thrive.