Many of the Physical Characteristics of Down Syndrome Present Feeding

question 16

Multiple Choice

Many of the physical characteristics of Down syndrome present feeding problems.Care of the infant should include

• A) delaying feeding solid foods until the tongue thrust has stopped.
• B) modifying diet as necessary to minimize the diarrhea that often occurs.
• C) providing calories appropriate to child's age.
• D) using special bottles that may assist the infant with feeding.

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