Peyton Is a Two-Year-Old Toddler Whose Mother Has Been Feeding

question 21

Multiple Choice

Peyton is a two-year-old toddler whose mother has been feeding her three nutritious meals a day. At a recent doctor's appointment, the doctor notes that Peyton is growing more slowly than expected. He should advise Peyton's mother to:

• A)force her to eat a greater amount of food at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• B)provide her with nutritious snacks in addition to her meals because her stomach is small.
• C)give her more water before her meals to help her digest the food more quickly.
• D)provide her with copious amounts of fruit juice to provide extra calories.

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