Type: MCSA The parent of a newborn infant reports that the baby wakes up every 2 hours and only takes about 2 ounces of formula before going back to sleep. What instruction should the nurse give this parent? 1. Make the baby wait at least 3 hours between feedings. 2. Continue to feed the baby with this “on demand” schedule. 3. When the baby gets sleepy during feeding, use techniques such as moving around and tickling to encourage wakefulness. 4. Offer the baby less formula to prevent waste. Correct Answer: 2 Rationale 1: Making the baby wait longer between feedings may result in feeding difficulties later in childhood. Rationale 2: Newborns are often fed following an “on demand” schedule. This might include feedings every 2 hours at first. Rationale 3: Trying to keep the baby awake to feed may result in feeding difficulties later in childhood. Rationale 4: Offering less formula may result in feeding difficulties later in childhood. Global Rationale: Page Reference: 1257 Cognitive Level: Applying Client Need: Physiological Integrity Client Need Sub: Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Nursing Process: Implementation