Signs that a baby is ready to start eating solid food include being able to hold the head up, sitting up in a high chair, and: diminishment of the tongue-thrusting reflex. the growth of several teeth. showing no interest in the bottle. feeding himself or herself. walking. quizet

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.