Which rationale should the nurse include in the teaching session, related to infant iron deficiency anemia, when a parent asks why it is inappropriate to switch from formula to cow's milk prior to 1 year of age? Select all that apply

Question

1. Cow's milk is a poor source of iron.
2. The child may be exposed to an antibiotic in processed milk.
3. Cow's milk has a high fat content.
4. In young children, cow's milk can lead to bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract.
5. Cow's milk contains no vitamin C, which is necessary for iron absorption.

Answer 1

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Explanation:
1. This information is correct.
2. This would not be a reason for delaying the entry of milk into the diet.
3. Because there are low-fat varieties of cow's milk, this would not be a reason to delay introducing it.
4. This information is correct.
5. While the amount of vitamin C in milk is limited, this is not the reason for delaying introducing cow's milk into the child's diet.