All of the following statements about burping an infant are true, EXCEPT:
A)
Air in the stomach can cause severe abdominal pain.
B)
Infants swallow air while drinking.
C)
Burp infants after every 1–2 ounces they drink.
D)
Burping is necessary because babies overeat, which causes them to spit up excess milk or formula.
Answer:
D
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