A breast-feeding mother asks the nurse about when she can begin feeding her 5-month-old infant some solids and vitamins. Which information provided by the nurse would most accurately address this mother’s concerns?

A. At 6 months, you need to quit breast-feeding because he is not getting enough iron or Vitamin C and D and that should help him transition to solids better:

This statement is incorrect. Breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months, and then complementary foods can be introduced while continuing breastfeeding. Breast milk is a primary source of nutrition, and iron and vitamins are typically supplemented as needed.

B. The first food offered to an infant is iron-enriched rice cereal and can be started now. Additionally, the infant needs to receive Vitamin D and iron:

This statement is accurate. Iron-enriched rice cereal is often recommended as a first solid food for infants, and vitamin D supplementation is commonly advised, especially for breastfed infants, as breast milk may not provide enough vitamin D.

C. If you give him one or two bottles of juice each day, he should get all the vitamins he needs. You can begin fruits and cereal in 1 month:

This statement is not recommended. Juice is not recommended for infants, especially in large quantities, as it can interfere with proper nutrition and contribute to dental issues. Also, introducing fruits and cereals should be done gradually, following appropriate guidelines.

D. You can begin feeding the infant fruits and vegetables now followed by iron-enriched cereal to ensure that he gets enough iron:

While introducing fruits and vegetables is a part of introducing solids, iron-enriched cereal is often recommended earlier as a source of iron. The recommendation for iron-enriched rice cereal aligns more with the typical guidance for introducing solids to infants.

A. Calmly tell the child to stop:

While remaining calm is important, simply telling the child to stop might not be effective during a tantrum. Toddlers experiencing a meltdown might not respond immediately to verbal commands.

B. Distract the child by buying a toy:

Using material objects to distract a child during a tantrum might reinforce the behavior by rewarding it with something desired. It's also not always feasible to buy a toy instantly.

C. Appear to ignore them:

This strategy might involve not engaging directly with the tantrum, which could sometimes help to de-escalate the situation. However, it's crucial to ensure the child is in a safe environment and to offer support if necessary.

D. Place the child in time-out for 3 min:

Time-out can be a useful method for calming down a child. However, its effectiveness depends on the child's age, temperament, and the consistency of applying this method. Time-out might not be suitable for all children, especially for a 2-year-old who might not fully understand the concept.