A child with severe undernutrition is admitted for nutritional rehabilitation. Which nursing action best helps prevent refeeding complications?
Correct answer: B. Start prescribed feeds cautiously and monitor the child closely
- A. Begin large high-calorie meals immediately
- B. Start prescribed feeds cautiously and monitor the child closely
- C. Withhold all feeds for 24 hours to rest the intestine
- D. Give a high-protein diet without checking clinical status
Explanation
Children with severe undernutrition require cautious, prescribed feeding with close monitoring during initial rehabilitation. Rapid excessive feeding can cause metabolic disturbances, while prolonged fasting worsens energy deficiency.
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Childhood nutrition covers essential nutrients, breastfeeding, complementary feeding, dietary assessment, growth monitoring and age-appropriate feeding practices. Questions distinguish protein-energy malnutrition, including marasmus and kwashiorkor, from micronutrient deficiencies such as iron, vitamin A, vitamin D and iodine deficiency, using clinical signs and anthropometric findings.
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