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Table 20.1 (
Continued
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Recommended Perishable Supplies for Immediate Delivery within 3 Hours
Quantity
Description
Comment
320 oz
Formula, milk-based, ready to feed (already mixed
with water)
++
Breastfeeding is the best nutritional option for
children and should be strongly encouraged.
64 oz
Formula, hypoallergenic-hydrolyzed protein, ready
to feed (already mixed with water)
++
64 oz
Formula, soy-based, ready to feed (already mixed
with water)
++
1 quart
Oral electrolyte solution for children, ready-to-use,
unflavored (e.g., Pedialyte)—dispensed by medical/
health authority in shelter
++
Do not use sports drinks. The exact amount to
be given, and for how long, should be
determined by an appropriate medical
authority (doctor or nurse). To be used in the
event an infant/child experiences vomiting or
diarrhea, and the degree of dehydration.
See Note
Nutritional Supplement Drinks for Kids/Children,
ready-to-drink (e.g., Pediasure, Kids Essential/Kids
Boost)—dispensed by medical/health authority in
shelter
Requirement is a total of 40-120 fl oz per day;
in no larger than 8-oz bottles.
a
Note:
See “Supplemental Information” for additional information regarding the items followed by “++.”
a
Not for infants younger than 12 months of age.
