Do not perform an extensive laboratory or radiographic evaluation for failure to thrive (FTT) Michael Clemmens MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data FTT is a common pediatric problem,…
Provide adequate calcium and phosphorus in the diet of a premature infant, using a formula designed for this age group or fortified human breast milk, and monitor for the development…
Monitor patient’s weight and provide appropriate guidance regarding nutrition and physical activity to prevent adult diseases Brian Kit MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data Scope of the Problem…
Infants who are exclusively breastfed are at increased risk for vitamin D deficiency and associated rickets. Assess these infants for additional risk factors such as dark skin and limited sun…
Know when to tell mothers to stop breastfeeding Yolanda Lewis-Ragland MD What to Do – Take Action Breastfeeding provides “human milk for human babies” for optimal brain development, immune system…
Encourage breastfeeding for infants Esther Forrester MD What to Do – Make a Decision, Take Action It is widely accepted that human breast milk is the optimum food for infants….
Do not recommend bladder training exercises for children with enuresis William Giasi Jr. MD What to Do – Take Action Enuresis is a common urinary problem that occurs in childhood…
Do not ignore children who articulate that they want to kill themselves or hurt others Ellen Hamburger MD What to do – Take Action The child who expresses a desire…
Refer children for supportive services when recovering from severe illnesses such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) and burns. These conditions require multimodality support for the children to reaccommodate into their…
Be sure to appropriately assess the financial status of families that present for care since economic challenges are a risk for certain diseases and noncompliance with the treatment plan Johann…
