Sucking Has Been Found to Be an Effective Soothing Technique

question 9

Multiple Choice

Sucking has been found to be an effective soothing technique for 4-week-old infants

• A) only after the infant has had an opportunity to nurse.
• B) when combined with eye contact.
• C) only when given water instead of a sweet liquid.
• D) more frequently in females than males.

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