Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
During a 6-month-old's well child checkup, the nurse discusses introduction of solid foods into the infant's diet.Which foods should the nurse instruct the parents to delay introduction of until after one year of age due to potential allergy development?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Strawberries, eggs, and wheat. Infants should delay introduction of these foods until after one year due to potential allergy development. Strawberries are a common allergen, eggs can trigger allergic reactions, and wheat contains gluten which may be difficult for infants to digest. Delaying these foods can help reduce the risk of developing food allergies.
A: Honey, tomatoes, and spinach - Honey should be avoided in infants under one year due to the risk of botulism. Tomatoes and spinach are generally safe to introduce after 6 months.
B: Squash, pork, and tomatoes - Squash is safe to introduce around 6 months, pork is a good source of protein, and tomatoes are generally well-tolerated.
D: Carrots, beets, and peanut butter - Carrots and beets are safe to introduce early on, and peanut butter should be introduced cautiously around 6 months to reduce the risk of allergies.
A: Honey, tomatoes, and spinach - Honey should be avoided in infants under one year due to the risk of botulism. Tomatoes and spinach are generally safe to introduce after 6 months.
B: Squash, pork, and tomatoes - Squash is safe to introduce around 6 months, pork is a good source of protein, and tomatoes are generally well-tolerated.
D: Carrots, beets, and peanut butter - Carrots and beets are safe to introduce early on, and peanut butter should be introduced cautiously around 6 months to reduce the risk of allergies.