What may a clinical manifestations of failure to thrive (FTT) in a 13-month-old include?
a. Irregularity in activities of daily living
b. Preferring solid food to milk or formula
c. Weight that is at or below the 10th percentile
d. Appropriate achievement of developmental landmarks
ANS: A
One of the clinical manifestations of children with FTT is irregularity or low rhythmicity in activities of daily living. Children with FTT often refuse to switch from liquids to solid foods. Weight below the fifth percentile is indicative of FTT. Developmental delays, including social, motor, adaptive, and language, exist.
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