The mother of a 1 month old infant is concerned because the infant has had vomiting and diarrhea for 2 days. What instructions should the nurse give this infants mother:
a) Have the infant be seen by a physician
b) Give the infant at least 2 ounces of juice every 2 hours
Ans: a) Have the infant be seen by a physician
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