Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 195 of 2368
The nurse teaches the parent of an 8-month-old infant about starting new foods. Which statement by the parent shows that the teaching was effective?
- I will introduce new foods one at a time
- I will add honey to the infant's cereal
- I will give cow's milk in a bottle
- I will offer fruit juice with meals
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Correct answer: I will introduce new foods one at a time
New foods are introduced one at a time to watch for sensitivities. Honey, cow's milk, and juices are avoided before one year of age.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Nutrition: Newborns and Infants. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Health Promotion and Maintenance"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026