A new mother asks the nurse what the "experts say" about the best way to feed her infant. Which recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) regarding infant nutrition should be shared with this client?

Infants fed on formula should be started on solid food sooner than breastfed infants

Infants should be given only human milk for the first 6 months of life.

After 6 months, mothers should shift from breast milk to cow's milk

If infants are weaned from breast milk before 12 months, then they should receive cow's milk, not formula.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   The introduction of solid food is recommended at similar times for both breastfed and formula-fed infants.
B.   The AAP recommends exclusive human milk feeding for the first 6 months of life.
C. After 6 months, complementary foods are introduced, not a shift to cow's milk.
D.   If weaned before 12 months, formula is a suitable alternative to breast milk.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. While visual attention to the speaker is a positive sign, routine hearing screenings provide a more accurate assessment of hearing.
B. Routine hearing screenings are conducted on newborns to identify hearing issues early, allowing for intervention if necessary.
C. While most forms of hearing loss may not be inherited, it's important to assess the newborn's hearing through appropriate screenings.
D. Startle reflex is not a reliable indicator of hearing ability, and routine screenings provide more accurate information.

A. Moro reflex B. Babinski reflex C. Tonic neck reflex D. Rooting reflex

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. The described reflex is the Moro reflex, which is a normal startle reflex in newborns.
B. The Babinski reflex involves the extension of the big toe and fanning of the other toes in response to stroking the sole of the foot.
C. The Tonic neck reflex involves turning the head to one side, with the arm on that side extending and the opposite arm flexing.
D. The Rooting reflex involves turning the head and opening the mouth in response to cheek or mouth stimulation.

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A new mother asks the nurse what the "experts say" about the best way to feed her infant. Which recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) regarding infant nutrition should be shared with this client?

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A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum. The client tells the nurse that the newborn’s maternal grandmother was born deaf and asks how to tell if her newborn hears well. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

While evaluating the reflexes of a newborn, the nurse notes that with a loud noise the newborn symmetrically abducts and extends his arms, his fingers fan out and form a C with the thumb and forefinger, and he has a slight tremor. The nurse would document this finding as a positive reflex.

Correct Answer is A

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