A 4-month-old infant has gastroesophageal reflux (GER)but is thriving without other complications.What should the nurse suggest to minimize reflux?

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Small frequent feedings of formula combined with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of rice cereal per ounce of formula have been recommended.Milk thickening agents have been shown to decrease the number of episodes of vomiting and to increase the caloric density of the formula.This may benefit infants who are underweight as a result of GERD.Placing the child in a Trendelenburg position increases the reflux.Continuous nasogastric feedings are reserved for infants with severe reflux and failure to thrive.Smaller,more frequent feedings are recommended in reflux.

A 4-Month-Old Infant Has Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER)but Is Thriving Without