The nurse is preparing a community outreach program about the prevention of iron-deficiency anemia in infants. What statement should the nurse include in the program?
a. Whole milk can be introduced into the infant's diet in small amounts at 6 months.
b. Iron supplements cannot be given until the infant is older than 1 year of age.
c. Iron-fortified cereal should be introduced to the infant at 2 months of age.
d. Breast milk or iron-fortified formula should be used for the first 12 months.
ANS: D
Prevention, the primary goal in iron-deficiency anemia, is achieved through optimal nutrition and appropriate iron supplements. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends feeding an infant only breast milk or iron-fortified formula for the first 12 months of life. Whole cow's milk should not be introduced until after 12 months, iron supplements can be given during the first year of life, and iron-fortified cereals should not be introduced until the infant is 4 to 6 months old.
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