The nurse is teaching parents guidelines for feeding their 8-month-old infant with failure to thrive (FTT).Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "We will continue to use the 24-kcal/oz formula."
B) "We will be sure to follow the formula preparation instructions."
C) "We will be sure to give our infant at least 8 oz of juice every day."
D) "We will be sure to feed our infant according to the written schedule."

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Juice intake in infants with FTT should be withheld until adequate weight gain has been achieved with appropriate milk sources; thereafter,no more than 4/oz day of juice should be given.Further teaching is needed if the parents indicate 8 oz of juice is allowed.For infants with FTT,24-kcal/oz formulas may be provided to increase caloric intake.Because maladaptive feeding practices often contribute to growth failure,parents should follow specific step-by-step directions for formula preparation,as well as a written schedule of feeding times.Statements by the parents indicating they will use a 24-kcal/oz formula,follow directions for formula preparation,and feed their infant on schedule are accurate statements.

The Nurse Is Teaching Parents Guidelines for Feeding Their 8-Month-Old