Questions: Which is a clinical manifestation of failure to thrive? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
Smiling
Undernutrition
Fear of strangers
Developmental delays
Avoidance of eye contact
Confident
Not Sure
Transcript text: Which is a clinical manifestation of failure to thrive? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.
Smiling
Undernutrition
Fear of strangers
Developmental delays
Avoidance of eye contact
Confident
Not Sure
Solution
The clinical manifestations of failure to thrive (FTT) include:
Undernutrition: This is a direct indicator of failure to thrive, as FTT is often characterized by inadequate growth or the inability to maintain growth, usually due to insufficient nutrition.
Developmental delays: Children with failure to thrive may experience delays in reaching developmental milestones, as proper nutrition is crucial for normal development.
Avoidance of eye contact: This can be a sign of emotional or social issues associated with failure to thrive, as children with FTT may have difficulties in social interactions.
Explanation for each option:
Smiling: Incorrect. Smiling is a normal behavior and not typically associated with failure to thrive.
Undernutrition: Correct. Undernutrition is a primary characteristic of failure to thrive.
Fear of strangers: Incorrect. Fear of strangers is a normal developmental stage in children and not specifically linked to failure to thrive.
Developmental delays: Correct. Developmental delays can occur in children with failure to thrive due to inadequate nutrition affecting growth and development.
Avoidance of eye contact: Correct. This can be a manifestation of social or emotional issues related to failure to thrive.
In summary, the clinical manifestations of failure to thrive include undernutrition, developmental delays, and avoidance of eye contact.