Module 09: Care of An Infant and Family (Part 02) Flashcards
What is the relationship between parenteral health and infant health under Gordon’s Functional Health Pattern?
If parents are healthy, the infant is likely to be healthy.
What can happen if parent do not talk or interact with their child?
It can decrease growth and development.
What is the nursing responsibility related to health perception and management for infants?
Provide health education to parents (encourage talking to and cuddling the infant to enhance maturation).
Why is breastfeeding encouraged in the first year of life?
Breastmilk provides essential antibodies and meets the nutritional needs of the infant for the first 6 months.
When does extreme rapid growth occur?
The entire first year of life (High protein and high calorie).
How much breastmilk is typically produced per hour?
1 to 1.5 oz. per hour
What is the recommended daily limit for formula milk intake?
32 oz per day
What are the storage guidelines for breastmilk?
(A) Room temperature: 3 to 4 hours
(B) Refrigerator: Up to 3 days
(C) Freezer: Up to 6 months
(D) Chest freezer: Up to 12 months
What should nurses encourage mothers to do about breastfeeding?
Encourage employed mother that they can continue breastfeeding with guidance and encouragement.
What are the readiness factors for introducing solid foods to an infant?
(A) Doubled birth weight.
(B) Well developed head control.
(C) Nursing vigorously every 3 to 4 hours but not satisfied.
(D) Consumes 8 ounces of formula but still hungry after 4 hours.
(E) Consumes 32 ounces of formula per day and wants more.
When should eggs be introduced to an infant’s diet?
After 1 year to avoid potential allergies to egg protein.
Why should new foods be introduced one at a time?
To monitor for allergies and establish trust with the infant.
How much solid food should be introduced at a time?
Start with 1 to 2 teaspoons
When should solid food be fed to the infant in relation to milk feeding?
Solid food should be fed before milk feeding.
How should you interact with an infant while introducing solid foods?
Look, smile, and talk to the infant to make the experience positive and comforting.
This is known as the process of giving up one method of feeding for another. This usually refers to the relinquishing the breast or bottle for a cup.
Weaning
When does weaning begin?
Begins at 5 to 6 months
Why is weaning considered a gradual and caring process?
It helps the infant learn to use lips for drinking and eases the transition without stress.
Why are infants at higher risk for fluid imbalances?
Infants have 40% extracellular fluid compared to adults who have 20% making them more prone to dehydration from diarrhea or improper feeding,
What conditions may cause constipation in infants?
(A) Anal fissures
(B) Tight anal sphincter
(C) Hirschsprung disease (aganglionic megacolon)
Why are breastfed infants rarely constipated?
Because they have loose stools due to the composition of breast milk.
What are the examples of exercises for infants?
Infants exercise through play, such as: (A) Visual toys
(B) Singing songs or lullabies
(C) Watching colorful, moving objects.
(D) Rocking in a rocking chair or crib
These toys are used to stimulate the senses of infants, help them relate to others and develop physical abilities.
Visual Toys
How many hours do infants sleep in the first months?
Sleeps 80% of the time, around 18 to 20 hours daily.