CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

An infant is hospitalized for treatment of nonorganic failure to thrive. Which nursing action is most appropriate for this infant?
  1. Encouraging the infant to hold a bottle
  2. Keeping the infant on bed rest to prevent energy loss
  3. Rotating caregivers to provide more stimulation
  4. Maintaining a consistent, structured environment
Explanation
Answer: D - A nurse caring for an infant with nonorganic failure to thrive should maintain a consistent, structured environment that provides interaction with the infant to promote growth and development. Encouraging the infant to hold a bottle would reinforce an uncaring feeding environment. The infant should receive social stimulation rather than be confined to bed rest. The number of caregivers should be minimized to promote consistency of care.
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