A 4-month-old infant has gastroesophageal reflux (GER)but is thriving without other complications.What should the nurse suggest to minimize reflux?

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Small,frequent feedings of formula combined with 5 to 15 mL of rice cereal per 30 mL of formula has been recommended.Milk thickening agents have been shown to decrease the number of episodes of vomiting and increase the caloric density of the formula.This may benefit infants who are underweight as a result of GER.Placing the child in a Trendelenburg position increases the reflux.Continuous nasogastric feedings are reserved for infants with severe reflux and failure to thrive.

A 4-Month-Old Infant Has Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER)but Is Thriving Without