What is an expected outcome for a 1-month-old infant with biliary atresia? A) Correction of the defect with the Kasai procedure B) Adequate nutrition and age-appropriate growth and development C) Adherence to a salt-free diet with vitamin B₁₂ supplementation D) Remaining compliant with a high-protein diet

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Adequate nutrition,preventing skin breakdown,adequate growth and development,and family education and support are expected outcomes in an infant with biliary atresia.The goal of the Kasai procedure is to allow for adequate growth until a trAnswerplant can be done.It is not a curative procedure.Vitamin B₁₂supplementation is not indicated.A salt-restricted diet is appropriate.Protein intake may need to be restricted to avoid hepatic encephalopathy.

What Is an Expected Outcome for a 1-Month-Old Infant with Biliary