Question

The nurse has taught the parents of a 5 month old client about nutrition. Which of the following statement by a parent indicate correct understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply

1. I can begin feeding my infant whole milk after my infant's first birthday

2. I will stop formula feedings now that my infant is eating solid foods

3.I should introduce fruits and vegetables at the same time

4.I can now begin feeding my infant rice cereal

5.I will now begin providing fruit juice infant bottles

Answer 1

1. I can begin feeding my infant whole milk after my infant's first birthday.. Rationale; Diary products especially whole milk can be started after 1 year.This statement indicates the parents' proper understanding 4 I can now begin feeding my infant rice cereal;    Rationale; Five month is the proper time to start weaning .Especially cereals like rice and oats.This statement also indicate their proper understanding . OTHER THREE STATEMENTS ARE WRONG INTERPRETATIONS     2 .I will stop formula feedings now that my infant is eating solid foods Rationale; It is not recommended to stop or alter formula feeding or breast feeding up to the age of 1year .And also infants do not eat much.Their stomach capacity is too        3 . I should introduce fruits and vegetables at the same time       Rationale;Never introduce more than one type of food at a time.Need to be evaluate the food tolerance and allergic reaction to the newely introduced food.Moreover infant should be familiar with food also.Provide one food for one week and then try new food. 5.I will now begin providing fruit juice infant bottles Rationale;Fruit juices are not recommended for a 5 months old baby.It may cause gastric irritation and caloric variations.Mashed fruits aqnd vegetables can be given in smal amount.