Feeding - Formula Flashcards
1
Q
Types of formula?
A
- powder
- ready to feed
- concentrated liquid
2
Q
What is powered formula?
Not for which infants?
A
Powder mixed with sterile water
Not for premature or low birth weight newborns for first 2 months
3
Q
What is concentrated formula?
A
Diluted with sterile water
4
Q
What is ready to feed formula?
A
No mixing
5
Q
What is ready to feed formula?
A
No mixing
6
Q
How long can you keep formula in the fridge for?
A
48 hours
7
Q
In first 24-48 hours, how much should you increase volume of feed by?
A
10-30 ml
8
Q
How often should formula be given per day?
A
Every 3-4 hours
9
Q
How many times should formula be given within 24 hours?
A
6-8x
10
Q
Signs of fullness with formula feeding?
A
- stop sucking
- fall asleep
11
Q
Signs of distress during formula feeding?
A
- turning head, moving arms, arching back
- repeated swallowing without pausing
- wide eyes, sputtering, drooling formula
