Breast vs formula feeding.docx

Breastfeeding has long been established as the ‘gold standard’ for infant nutrition as the benefits to mom and baby are numerous. However, nurses should be prepared to support moms, infants, and families with the infant feeding decision that is best for them.

In this assignment, research to find the advantages and disadvantages of both breast and formula feeding. This will prepare you to be the best advocate for your families. Factors you might consider include health/nutrition, social and/or family factors, and time involved.

If you use an outside reference, give credit to that source as an in-text citation and on the Reference page using APA 7th edition format.

Infant Nutrition Comparison Assignment (1)

Infant Nutrition Comparison Assignment (1)

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Breastfeeding

4 pts

Exemplary

Each section of the ‘Breastfeeding’ map are complete. At least 3 Advantages and 3 Disadvantages to both mom and baby are correctly listed. Submission indicates learner has a solid knowledge of the topic.

3 pts

Proficient

Each section of the ‘Breastfeeding’ map are complete. One to 2 Advantages AND one Disadvantage to both mom and baby are correctly listed.

2 pts

Developing

One or more boxes are missing information. Incomplete assignment.

0 pts

Does not meet expectations

No submission OR assignment contains incorrect information.

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Formula Feeding

4 pts

Exemplary

Each section of the ‘Formula Feeding’ map are complete. At least 3 Advantages and 3 Disadvantages to both mom and baby are listed. Submission indicates learner has a solid knowledge of the topic.

3 pts

Proficient

Each section of the ‘Formula Feeding’ map are complete. One to 2 Advantage(s) and/or 1-2 Disadvantage(s) to both mom and baby are listed.

2 pts

Developing

One or more boxes are missing information. Incomplete assignment.

0 pts

Does not meet expectations

No submission OR assignment contains incorrect information.

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

References

2 pts

Exemplary

Reference(s) are included and are from a textbook or peer-reviewed journal. In-text citations and references are formatted per the APA 7th edition style guidelines and include the author, publication year, and resource title.

1 pts

Proficient

Reference(s) are included and are from a textbook or peer-reviewed journal. In-text citations and references are present but contain APA formatting errors (the author, publication year, and/or resource title is/are missing).

0 pts

Does not meet expectations

In-text citations and references are not included OR are included but APA 7th edition style guidelines are not followed.

2 pts

Total Points: 10