Exam Preview for 31218: Feeding Infants July 13, 2018

Feeding Infants

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1. Which of the following foods do infants need during the first few months of life? breast milk or formula juice cereal all of the above
2. Which of the following are benefits of breastfeeding for infants? Helps fight infection Promotes digestion Bacteria-free All the above
3. How long can expressed breast milk be safely stored in the refrigerator? Up to 2 days Up to 4 days Up to one week Up to one month
4. How long can expressed breast milk be safely stored in a deep freezer? Up to one week Up to one month Up to six months Up to one year
5. After thawing, previous frozen breast milk must be used within what time? Within 12 hours Within 24 hours Within 2 days Within 4 days
6. When should infants be fed? Every 3 hours around the clock On schedule when other infants are fed On schedule that meets the parents' convenience On demand, when infant shows signs of hunger
7. Why is honey unsafe for infants? It can cause tooth decay It can contain spores that cause deadly botulism It spoils their appetite for other foods It sticks to their tongue
8. What should you do if an infant is given the wrong bottle with breast milk? Contact the parent immediately Watch for signs of allergic reaction or distress Recommend the parent contact the child's doctor All the above
9. At what age can children begin drinking cow's milk? 6 months 9 months 12 months 2 years
10. What are signs that an infant is hungry? sucking on his fist rooting actions spitting out a pacifier and crying all of the above