The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants receive breast milk instead of formula feedings for the first ___________________ months of life
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
12
twelve
Rationale: Breast milk has many advantages over formula, such as: 1) it requires no mixing;
2) it is always the correct temperature; 3) it requires no sterilization; 4) it is easily digested; 5) its fats are well absorbed; 6) it contains antibodies and immunoglobulins to many types of microorganisms; and 7) it is cost-effective.
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a. 30% b. 10% c. 7% d. 2%
Which treatment(s) would be considered safe for an infant? (Select all that apply.)
a. Saline laxatives b. Bulk-forming laxatives c. Malt soup extract d. Stimulant laxatives
The nurse is creating outcome criteria for identified nursing diagnoses for a patient. What characteristics should the nurse include when creating the criteria?
A. Structured as statements B. Constructed as nursing goals C. Focus on psychomotor actions D. Patient-specific, time-specific, and measurable
A patient comes to the clinic with a 3-day history of fever and a severe cough that interferes with sleep. The patient asks the NP about using a cough suppressant to help with sleep. The NP should:
a. order a narcotic antitussive to suppress cough. b. obtain a thorough history of the patient's symptoms. c. suggest that the patient try a guaifenesin-only over-the-counter product. d. prescribe an antibiotic to treat the underlying cause of the patient's cough.