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The nurse is advising parents about feeding their infant with phenylketonuria. What formula and/or diet should the nurse suggest?

  • A. Lifelong high-protein diet
  • B. A formula that is low in the amino acid leucine
  • C. A soy-based formula
  • D. Substitute Lofenalac for some protein foods
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, substitute Lofenalac for some protein foods. In phenylketonuria (PKU), individuals lack the enzyme to break down phenylalanine found in protein. Lofenalac is a special formula with low phenylalanine content, suitable for PKU patients. Lifelong high-protein diet (A) is incorrect as it would worsen the condition. A formula low in leucine (B) is not specific to PKU. Soy-based formula (C) still contains high levels of phenylalanine.