Pediatric Nutrition Flashcards
1
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“Failure to Thrive” Definitions
A
Persistent weight loss over time
Growth failure associated with disordered behavior and development
Weight less than the 3rd percentile
Weight crosses two major percentiles downward over any period of time
2
Q
Contra-indications to Breastfeeding
A
Mother has HIV, Hep B, or Tuberculosis Mother on Chemotherapy CMV infection in mother infant has galactosemia medications that mother is taking: Neuroleptics, Antidepressants, some antibiotics, hyperthyroid/hypothyroid medications etc.
3
Q
How frequent initial breast feeding should be
A
Initially feedings should be every 2-3 hours, therefore maternal fatigue is a major counterproductive force to establishing successful breastfeeding
