A toddler has been adopted from a foreign country and has the nursing diagnosis of delayed growth and development related to poor nutrition.Which activities should the nurse include in the plan of care to assist the child to meet outcomes?
A) Allow the toddler to use a fork and knife with supervision.
B) Allow toddler to choose foods within appropriate parameters.
C) Consult with a dietician to provide a high-calorie, high-protein diet.
D) Force the toddler to eat if he or she chooses not to at mealtime.
E) Provide only foods that the toddler can eat with the fingers.

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At the toddler stage,the child can use a cup and a spoon and is able to verbalize food preferences.A dietary consult is appropriate to help plan high-protein,high-calorie meals and snacks that are preferred by the child.A toddler is not dexterous enough for a knife and fork.Eating should not be forced.Finger foods are a good choice for eating,but in the toddler stage,foods should not be limited to only finger foods because the child should be able to use a spoon.

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