The nurse counsels that when selecting a baby spoon the parents should select a spoon that:
a. Has a long handle
b. Has a wide body
c. Has a deep body
d. Is made of sterling silver or stainless steel
A
The best baby spoon is one that has a long handle and a small, shallow body. The spoon can be made of any material, not necessarily sterling or stainless steel.
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