part 10 Flashcards
When can solids be introduced?
around 6 months with proper head control and ability to sit up unassisted
When can table food be introduced?
9 months when properly cut up
What infants need a vitamin D supp?
All
What infants need an iron supp?
- exclusively breast fed
- or forumula fed needs iron supp or fortified with iron formula
How much fluoride and when?
.25mg daily at 6 months
When first primary teeth erupt do you need to brush them with a tooth brush?
- no you can wipe with a damp cloth
- as more teeth come in you can use a soft bristled brush
Do you need paste at first?
no
-water preferred
What is physiological anorexia and when does this happen?
- kids stop eating
- toddlerhood
What is the average milk and fruit intake of a toddler?
- 24 to 30 ounces of milk
- 1 cup of fruit