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After 16 month old Sophia’s pediatrician diagnoses her with iron deficiency and puts her on a liquid iron regimen, the nurse returns to the room. What teaching would the nurse anticipate on doing with Sophia’s mom?
What is Administer iron with a syringe or straw in the back of the mouth, rinse mouth after administration, dilute with juice or water; antacids can reduce the absorption of iron; iron can be constipating, drink pear juice, stools will be darkened; purchase iron supplemented cereal, no more than 24 ounces of cow milk per day; keep iron supplements locked up- poisonous to child.