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Case Study:Rebecca, an infant born at 32 weeks, weighs 1200 g (2.6 lb) and is identified as small for gestational age (SGA). Her head circumference is 30 cm (< 5th percentile). Her mother is not interested in breastfeeding. A dietitian evaluates Rebecca and establishes appropriate growth and development goals for weight, length, head circumference, and body fat stores. A high-calorie formula is also initiated.
What daily weight gain goal would the dietitian set for the first 3 months?
A. 10–25 g/day
B. 20–30 g/day
C. 30–40 g/day
D. 40–50 g/day
E. 60 g/day
Answer: B
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