Consult medical history. Explain procedure and anticipated effect. Dry area with 2x2 gauze for a maximum effectiveness of topical. Apply topical with cotton tip applicator. Wait for anesthetic to take effect for 3-5 minutes. _____________ is achieved by injecting the solution directly into the tissue at the site of the dental procedure.
Adequate newborn weight gain Anticipate up to 10% weight loss after delivery and regain to birth weight by 2 weeks. Weight gain (1 gram = 0.0352 oz) Daily: 20-30 grams per day. Weekly: 150-200 grams (5 to 7 ounces) per week. Infant doubles birth weight in 6 months.
How much milk? Recall that healthy newborn infants need approximately 120 kcal/kg/day to gain weight at the desired rate of 15-30 gm per day. Both Infant formula and breastmilk have the same average calories per ounce: 20 kcal/ounce. (Note: 30 ml=1 ounce.) You are counseling a mother of 2 week old infant at a well-child visit.