The nurse is teaching a parent of an infant to limit the amount of formula to encourage the intake of iron-rich food. What amount should the nurse teach to the parent?
a. 500 ml
b. 750 ml
c. 1000 ml
d. 1250 ml
ANS: C
The nurse should teach the parent to limit the amount of formula to no more than 1 1/day to encourage intake of iron-rich solid foods.
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