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    Ati nurs 213 paediatric proctored exam

    A nurse is teaching a parent of an infant who has heart failure about meeting the infant's nutritional needs. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Allowing the infant to take too much time to finish a bottle could lead to fatigue, which may worsen heart failure symptoms. B. Feeding on a strict 4-hour schedule may not meet the infant’s needs, as infants with heart failure often require more frequent, smaller feedings to prevent fatigue. C. Adding a caloric fortifier to the infant's bottles is recommended to ensure the infant receives adequate nutrition, especially in the case of heart failure where energy needs are higher. D. Limiting crying before feeding is not typically a focus in heart failure management; feeding frequency and caloric intake are more critical.

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