A nurse is assisting with developing a dietary plan for a 2-year-old toddler whose family is from another country. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?

A. Tell the family to adhere to the facility menu when choosing food for the child: Forcing adherence to the facility menu may conflict with the child’s cultural preferences and could lead to poor intake or refusal to eat. Respecting cultural practices promotes adequate nutrition and comfort. B. Advise the family to offer a 14 serving size of solid foods at mealtime: A 14-serving portion is excessive for a 2-year-old and could lead to overeating, digestive discomfort, or obesity. Appropriate serving sizes for toddlers should be small, age-appropriate portions that meet nutritional needs. C. Instruct the family to bring familiar food from home for the child: Allowing culturally familiar foods supports adequate nutrition, encourages eating, and respects the family’s cultural preferences. Familiar foods can also reduce anxiety and improve acceptance of hospital or care environment meals. D. Inform the family to offer a cup of juice with each meal: Excessive juice can contribute to diarrhea, dental caries, or nutritional imbalance. Guidelines recommend limiting juice for toddlers to no more than 4–6 ounces per day, not with every meal.