NCLEX-RN · Question #27
When teaching a mother of a 4-month-old with diarrhea about the importance of preventing dehydration, the nurse would inform the mother about the importance of feeding her child:
The correct answer is C. Soy-based, lactose-free formula. (A) Diluted fruit juices are not recommended for rehydration because they tend to aggravate the (B) Diluted soft drinks have a high-carbohydrate content, which aggravates the diarrhea. (C) Soy-based, lactose-free formula reduces stool output and duration of diarrhea in most…
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When teaching a mother of a 4-month-old with diarrhea about the importance of preventing dehydration, the nurse would inform the mother about the importance of feeding her child:
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- AFruit juices
- BDiluted carbonated drinks
- CSoy-based, lactose-free formula
- DRegular formulas mixed with electrolyte solutions
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(21 responses)- A5% (1)
- C90% (19)
- D5% (1)
Explanation
(A) Diluted fruit juices are not recommended for rehydration because they tend to aggravate the (B) Diluted soft drinks have a high-carbohydrate content, which aggravates the diarrhea. (C) Soy-based, lactose-free formula reduces stool output and duration of diarrhea in most infants. (D) Regular formulas contain lactose, which can increase diarrhea.
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