An Appropriate Intervention for a 3-Month-Old Infant Who Has Gastroesophageal

question 18

Multiple Choice

An appropriate intervention for a 3-month-old infant who has gastroesophageal reflux is to:

• A) position the infant in the crib on his or her abdomen, with the head elevated.
• B) administer medication as ordered to stimulate the pyloric sphincter.
• C) give thin rice cereal with formula before feeding solid foods.
• D) place the infant in an infant seat after feedings.

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