An Infant Who Is Weaned Too Soon May _____ Because

question 19

Multiple Choice

An infant who is weaned too soon may _____ because of decreased total energy intake.

• A) be less efficient in oral-motor skills
• B) plateau in head circumference
• C) be unable to make the transition
• D) suffer from immaturity of the gut
• E) plateau in weight

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness

Belief that one’s actions will not bring about desired outcomes, leading one to give up and quit trying.

Encounter

A meeting or interaction between individuals, which can range from casual or brief to significant.

Failure

Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, often leading to a range of consequences.

Pursuing Goals

The act of setting objectives and making efforts to achieve them.