Which One of the Following Strategies Might Be Recommended for an Infant

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following strategies might be recommended for an infant with failure to thrive (FTT) to increase caloric intake?

• A) Vary the schedule for routine activities on a daily basis.
• B) Be persistent through 10 to 15 minutes of food refusal.
• C) Avoid solids until after the bottle is well accepted.
• D) Use developmental stimulation by a specialist during feedings.

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Definitions:

Normal Curve

A symmetrical, bell-shaped curve that represents the distribution of values, frequencies, or probabilities for a set of data where most occurrences take place around the average.

Symmetrical

Having similar shape and size on both sides of a dividing line, leading to a balanced and proportionate appearance.

Central Tendency

A statistical measure that identifies a single value as representative of the middle of a dataset, including the mean, median, and mode.

Variation

The occurrence of differences or changes in characteristics within a population, process, or system, often leading to diversity or discrepancies in results.