Feeding Cues and Patterns
Feeding Cues and Patterns ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a 2-month-old infant who is bottle-fed.
The nurse observes that the infant pushes away the bottle and falls asleep after drinking 3 ounces of formula.
The nurse should recognize this as an example of which of the following feeding cues?
Hunger cues are signs that the infant is hungry and wants to feed. Hunger cues include rooting, sucking, crying, and bringing hands to mouth
A satiety cue is a sign that the infant is full and satisfied after feeding. Pushing away the bottle and falling asleep are examples of satiety cues.
Distress cues are signs that the infant is upset or uncomfortable and needs soothing. Distress cues include arching back, turning away, grimacing, and fussing.
Discomfort cues are signs that the infant is experiencing pain or physical discomfort and needs relief. Discomfort cues include squirming, flailing, grunting, and crying.
Satiety cue.
A satiety cue is a sign that the infant is full and satisfied after feeding. Pushing away the bottle and falling asleep are examples of satiety cues.
Hunger cue is wrong because hunger cues are signs that the infant is hungry and wants to feed. Hunger cues include rooting, sucking, crying, and bringing hands to mouth.
Distress cue is wrong because distress cues are signs that the infant is upset or uncomfortable and needs soothing. Distress cues include arching back, turning away, grimacing, and fussing.
Discomfort cue is wrong because discomfort cues are signs that the infant is experiencing pain or physical discomfort and needs relief. Discomfort cues include squirming, flailing, grunting, and crying.
The normal range of formula intake for a 2-month-old infant is about 4 to 5 ounces per feeding, every 3 to 4 hours.
However, this may vary depending on the infant’s weight, growth rate, and individual needs.
The nurse should assess the infant’s growth and development, as well as the caregiver’s feeding practices and concerns.