The physician is discussing feeding habits and schedule with a mother of a 4 month old. Which statement from the mother would warrant the need for further teaching and education?
1. "I just recently introduced table foods.".
2. "I feed him every 3 hours.".
3. "I don't wake him for feeds throughout the night if he will sleep.".
4. All of the above
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1. An infant is ready for solid foods around 6 months of age. All foods should be placed on a spoon not in the bottle. Baby rice cereal is usually indicated for the first solid food.
2. Feeding every three hours during the day is adequate for this age
3. A four month old does not need to be awakened during the night for feedings
4. One statement is not applicable
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