A first-time mother is concerned that her 6-month-old infant is not gaining enough weight. The best response for the nurse to make is which of the following? 1. “Birth weight doubles by 6 months of...

A first-time mother is concerned that her 6-month-old infant is not gaining enough weight. The best response for the nurse to make is which of the following?

1. “Birth weight doubles by 6 months of age.”

2. “Birth weight doubles by 3 months of age.”

3. “The baby will eat what he needs.”

4. “You need to make sure the baby finishes each bottle.”