Which rationale should the nurse include in the teaching session, related to infant iron deficiency anemia, when a parent asks why it is inappropriate to switch from formula to cow's milk prior to 1 year of age? Select all that apply.
A) Cow's milk is a poor source of iron.
B) The child may be exposed to an antibiotic in processed milk.
C) Cow's milk has a high fat content.
D) In young children, cow's milk can lead to bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract.
E) Cow's milk contains no vitamin C, which is necessary for iron absorption.

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Cow's milk is a poor source of iron and can lead to bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract in young children. This increases the risk of iron deficiency anemia. Antibiotics are not routinely given to cows and are not a significant concern in terms of switching to cow's milk. While cow's milk does have a high fat content, this is not directly related to iron deficiency anemia. Cow's milk also does not contain vitamin C, but this is not the primary concern in terms of iron absorption.

Which Rationale Should the Nurse Include in the Teaching Session