Which parental statement indicates correct understanding of information presented regarding the treatment for infant anemia?
1. "We will add green leafy vegetables to our child's low-iron formula."
2. "We will discontinue the use of vitamin C supplements by 6 months of age."
3. "We will begin an iron-fortified infant cereal at 4 to 6 months of age."
4. "We will introduce cow's milk by 6 months of age."
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Explanation:
1. The infant's maternal iron stores are depleted by 6 months. Infants who are not breastfed should get iron-fortified formula. Green leafy vegetables, while iron fortified, are not appropriate for the infant.
2. Vitamin C should be started at 6 to 9 months of age and continued because foods rich in vitamin C improve iron absorption.
3. Starting iron-fortified infant cereal at 4 to 6 months of age is recommended for prevention of iron deficiency in children.
4. Cow's milk should not be introduced until 12 months of age.
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