When a child is on high-dose corticosteroids for a lengthy t…

When a child is on high-dose corticosteroids for a lengthy time period, the nurse must watch for signs of hypertension, hyperglycemia, immunosuppression, poor wound healing, emotional lability, and excessive hunger. All symptoms associated with long-term corticosteroid use must be reported.  

A mother expresses concern that her 1-year-old infant is ove…

A mother expresses concern that her 1-year-old infant is overweight. She states that her family has a tendency to be overweight and wishes to discontinue formula feedings and start the infant on low-fat milk. The nurse assesses that the present weight of the infant is 24 lb. The infant’s birth weight was 8 lb 2 oz. The best response of the nurse would be: