The nurse in a community clinic is caring for a 6-month-old boy and his mother. Which of the following is the priority intervention to promote adequate growth?
A) Monitoring the child's weight and height
B) Encouraging a more frequent feeding schedule
C) Assessing the child's current feeding pattern
D) Recommending higher-calorie solid foods
A
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