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A six month-old infant has recently begun cereal feedings. Which of the following manifestations would support a nursing diagnosis of ineffective infant feeding pattern: 1. Frequent lose stools2. Increased abdominal girth3. Persistent tongue thrusting4. Lengthened time between meals

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : Persistent tongue thrusting

Explanation

  • Tongue thrust reflux is a reflex that automatically pushes food out from mouth.

 Tongue thrust

  • Trigger by touching something like rice cereal in to the lip or gently introducing in to the mouth.

Response

  • The tongue thrusts forward automatically, preventing the food from entering.

​Importance

  • Tongue thrust preventing the baby from choking.

​Usual time

  • 4-6 months


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