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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

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A mother tells the nurse that she is very worried because her 2-year old child does not finish his meals. What should the nurse advise the mother:
  1. provide quiet environment for the child before meals
  2. do not give snacks to the child before meals
  3. put the child on a chair and feed him
  4. make the child seat with the family in the dining room until he finishes his meal
Explanation
Answer: B - If the child is hungry he/she would likely finish his meals. Therefore, the mother should be advised not to give snacks to the child. The child is a “busy toddler.” He/she will not able to keep still for a long time.
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