The nurse is teaching parents of a bottle-fed preterm infant techniques to facilitate feeding.Which techniques should the nurse include?

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Feeding facilitation techniques for preterm infants include recognizing the infant's limits; preparing a calm,quiet area for the feeding; and ensuring a restful environment between feedings.Using a firm nipple with slower flow and gently arousing the infant for the feeding are other facilitation techniques.Using a soft nipple and avoiding arousing the infant are techniques that would not facilitate feeding.

The Nurse Is Teaching Parents of a Bottle-Fed Preterm Infant