[Answered]: The parents of a 3-year-old are concerned that…

The parents of a 3-year-old are concerned that the child began refusing usual foods and wants fries and chicken strips every dinner. The child’s weight has slowed, but is in the same height percentile. What instructions should the NP provide the parents? Cut out snacks to ensure the child will eat the healthy foods offered. Allow the child to have fries and chicken strips for dinner. Place a variety of nutritious foods on the child’s plate each meal. Be firm with the child not allowing them to eat the same dinner each night.