Asked by Angelica Ochoa on Jul 07, 2024
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Mrs.Jenner brings her 2-month-old infant to the clinic because she is concerned that he is spitting up too much after he feeds.What criteria will the nurse use to determine if an infant's regurgitation should be further investigated?
A) How often the baby spits up
B) How much the baby spits up at a time
C) The infant's weight gain
D) The consistency of the regurgitated matter
Infants Regurgitation
The backward flow of food from the stomach into the esophagus that frequently occurs in infants, often resulting in the expulsion of milk after feeding.
Weight Gain
The increase in body weight over a period of time, which can be due to muscle mass, fat deposits, or fluid accumulation.
Clinic
A healthcare facility that provides outpatient services, often focusing on primary care or specialized treatment.
- Gain expertise in undertaking and deciphering nutritional examinations and their connection to health outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain expertise in undertaking and deciphering nutritional examinations and their connection to health outcomes.
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