Infant feeding and nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
What are 5 advantages of breast milk to the baby?
A
- It contains IgA, lactoferrin and other proteins which protect against infection
- Not allergenic
- Easily digested and meets the nutritional needs of the newborn
- It is normally uncontaminated by pathogens
- Partially protects against necrotising enterocolitis (NEC)
2
Q
Why is correct reconstitution of powered milk ofmrulae essential?
A
babies don’t tolerate excessive osmolar loads
3
Q
What is the aim for weight gain per week for a baby in the first few weeks of life?
A
170-200g per week
4
Q
What are the recommended feed volumes for term newborn infants day 1 - 5 on each day?
A
- Day 1: 60 mol/kg
- Day 2: 75 ml/kg
- Day 3: 90 ml/kg
- Day 4: 120 ml/kg
- Day 5: 150 ml/lg
5
Q
What is available for feeding preterm babies?
A
special formulae, with higher levels of protein, sodium, calcium and phosphate
6
Q
How much weight should pre-term babies gain per day?
A
12 g/kg per day
7
Q
When should special milks such as those based on soya be used?
A
if clear medical indications
