Question

D 1. A registered dietitian working for the Early Intervention Program met a family whose first baby was born with Down syndrome. They had been feeding their infant St. John's wort, an herbal remedy they felt would cure or improve mental functioning in their child. What would be important information for the dietitian to counsel and teach the family?

Answer 1

Nursing interventions are:

1. Provide adequate nutrition. Assess the child' ability to swallow, provide information on the proper way of giving food, and provide good nutrition counseling.
2. Frequent consultations are a must.
3. Assess understanding of Down syndrome, it is genetic disorder.
4. Provide emotional support and motivation.