What is one way to enhance the nutrition of the hospitalized toddler?
a. Reward with sweets for eating meals
b. Discourage participation in noneating activities
c. Offer nutritious fluids frequently
d. Leave nutritious finger foods out for the child to eat
ANS: C
Using nutritious liquids may satisfy the nutritional needs when a toddler is "too busy" to eat. Toddlers should not be left to eat unsupervised because of the danger of aspiration. Junk food should not be used as rewards. Activities are important and should not be discouraged.
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