A 4-Month-Old Infant Has Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) but Is Thriving

question 55

Multiple Choice

A 4-month-old infant has gastroesophageal reflux (GER) but is thriving without other complications. Which should the nurse suggest to minimize reflux?

• A) Place in Trendelenburg position after eating.
• B) Thicken formula with rice cereal.
• C) Give continuous nasogastric tube feedings.
• D) Give larger, less frequent feedings.

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