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The nurse is teaching the mother of an infant with galactosemia. Which information should be included in the nurse's teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Galactosemia requires a lactose-free diet, as galactose is harmful. Checking labels for lactose is critical. Galactose cannot be added, siblings may be affected, and galactose is not essential.