Ch. 7.2 Caring For An Infant

True or False

If a child is born with an allergy, they will have it for the rest of their lives?

• TRUE

• FALSE

When feeding an infant, which food sould be avoided?

• Peanut Butter

• Oranges

• Shrimp

• All of these foods should be avoided

True or False

Breastfeeding mother should avoid certain foods that may cause food allergies?

• TRUE

• FALSE

True or False

Can introducing a variety of foods to an infant reduce the risk of food allergies?

• TRUE

• FALSE

At what age is it generally considered safe to introduce solid foods to an infant?

• 2 months

• 4 to 6 months

• 8 to 10 months

• 12 months

True or False

Is it necessary to delay the introduction of allergenic foods like peanuts or eggs to prevent allergies?

• TRUE

• FALSE

When should a baby eat?

• Determined by a schedule

• When they are hungry

• Determined by the parents

• Using a time schedule

What types of food are best for babies who self-feed?

• Foods that easily disolve

• Foods that are sticky

• Small hard pieces of food

• Foods that are thick in texture

What age do infants become skillful at using spoons and forks when eating?

• 6 - 7 months

• 8 months

• 12 months

• 18 months and older

What type of foods should be avoided to prevent choking during feeding for infants?

• Peanut Butter

• Beef and Steak

• Raw Vegetables

• All of these should be avoided