When teaching a mother of a 4-month-old with diarrhea about the importance of preventing dehydration, the nurse would inform the mother about the importance of feeding her child:
A . Fruit juices
B . Diluted carbonated drinks
C . Soy-based, lactose-free formula
D . Regular formulas mixed with electrolyte solutions
Answer: C
Explanation:
(A) Diluted fruit juices are not recommended for rehydration because they tend to aggravate the diarrhea.
(B) Diluted soft drinks have a high-carbohydrate content, which aggravates the diarrhea.
(C) Soy-based, lactose-free formula reduces stool output and duration of diarrhea in most infants.
(D) Regular formulas contain lactose, which can increase diarrhea.