A preterm newborn has a weak suck and becomes fatigued during attempts to breastfeed. Which method may be used to provide prescribed milk safely?
Correct answer: B. Provide prescribed milk through a feeding tube
- A. Offer a large feed less often by bottle
- B. Provide prescribed milk through a feeding tube
- C. Withhold feeds until the sucking reflex improves
- D. Give plain water between small breastfeeds
Explanation
A preterm infant with poor coordination of sucking, swallowing, and breathing may require tube feeding as prescribed. Large bottle feeds increase aspiration risk, while withholding milk or giving water does not meet nutritional needs.
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