During a well-baby visit,the nurse measures the height and weight of an infant and plots the measurements on the baby's growth chart.The nurse notes a slowed growth pattern.Which of the following would be an appropriate action for the nurse to take?

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Slowed growth may be an indication of poor nutrition, so a nutritional assessment would be appropriate to identify any potential problems and work with the family to develop a plan to improve the infant's nutrition. Waiting until the next visit may delay necessary intervention, and assessing for circulatory problems or obtaining an endocrinologist referral may not be warranted without further information or assessment.

During a Well-Baby Visit,the Nurse Measures the Height and Weight