When feeding an infant with Down's syndrome, it is important for the nurse to recognize that:
1. The infant will need extra support because of the weight of the head.
2. Infants with Down's syndrome tend to be lethargic and hypotonic, making it difficult to feed.
3. The infant's protruding tongue can may it difficult to breastfeed.
4. The infant usually has a very strong suck and needs to be paced while eating.
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1. All infants should have head support while feeding in order to prevent choking.
2. Infants with Down's syndrome tend to be hypotonic, which can make eating difficult.
3. An infant can learn to latch in order to breastfeed.
4. A child with Down's syndrome tends to have a weaker suck and takes a longer period of time to eat.
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