While Obtaining a Health History from the Mother of a 1-Year-Old

question 33

Multiple Choice

While obtaining a health history from the mother of a 1-year-old child, the nurse notices that the baby has had a bottle in his mouth the entire time. The mother states, "It makes a great pacifier." What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "You're right. Bottles make very good pacifiers."
• B) "Using a bottle as a pacifier is better for the teeth than thumb-sucking."
• C) "It's okay to use a bottle as long as it contains milk and not juice."
• D) "Prolonged use of a bottle can increase the risk for tooth decay and ear infections."

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