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What factor in breast milk Binds iron and prevents it from supporting the growth of the infants intestinal bacteria?
Lactoferrin
Is honey suitable for infants?
Only for babies above 12 months old. The reason for this is that honey has been identified as a risk factor for botulism. The bacteria produce toxins that can be dangerous, even fatal to infants. Infants haven't developed enough of the intestinal microflora to sufficiently inhibit growth of the bacteria.
What kind of intestinal obstruction do infants have?
Infants under one year of age are most likely to have intestinal obstruction caused by meconium ileus, volvulus, and intussusception.
Bifidobacterium?
Gram + irregular rods 2) Anaerobes 3) Reside primarily in intestinal tract of humans / animals. 4) Predominant intestinal flora of breast fed infants, & provide protective function by excluding pathogens. 5) Formula-fed infants colonized with lower concentrations
Early morning vomiting of infants is chiefly due to Hypoglycemia B. Meningitis C. Gastro Enteritis D. Intestinal obstruction?
a. hypoglycemia
What is an early sign of mechanical intestinal obstruction?
One of the earliest signs of mechanical intestinal obstruction is abdominal pain or cramps that come and go in waves. Infants typically pull up their legs and cry in pain, then stop crying suddenly.
What diseases does fennel treat?
Indigestion, flatulence, colic in infants, coughs, common cold, eye irritations, lactation problems, intestinal problems, lack of appetite.
What is the plural for infant?
The plural of infant is infants, meaning more than one infant. Example sentence: When the Registered Nurse went to check on the infants in the hospital nursery, one infant was asleep, one infant was quiet but awake, three infants were trying to suck their thumbs, and one infant was smiling due to intestinal gas.
What circumstance accounts for the development of jaundice in one-half of all newborn babies?
In newborn infants, the liver and intestinal systems are immature and cannot excrete bilirubin as fast as the body produces it
How does an infant qualify for esophageal atresia repair?
infants who have no complications, such as heart or lung problems or other types of intestinal malformations, can usually have esophageal surgery within the first 24 hours of life
Does the vaccine for hepatitis b for infants cure hepatitisb?
No, it just prevents it before infection. If a person has a Hepatitis B infection there are other medications that are sometimes given.
What causes yeast infection in infants?
Same as in adults, bacteria. Except that we don't wear diapers that makes the perfect condition for a yeast infection - warm and damp.
