Which should be the most appropriate nursing intervention for the infant who is not gaining weight?
a. Instruct the primary caregiver on proper feeding techniques.
b. Observe and document the parent–infant interaction.
c. Assign different nurses to care for the infant.
d. Feed the infant on a predetermined schedule.
B
Observation and documentation of the parent–infant interaction may offer insight into the cause of malnutrition. Instruction alone is not the best teaching strategy. Role modeling and supervised practice along with parental instruction will facilitate the parent's learning to feed the infant. A consistent caregiver will facilitate trust in the infant. The infant's caloric intake is increased by feeding the infant on demand rather than on a schedule.
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