“We still are not sure; you should discuss this with your health care provider.”

“If your baby does well, foods containing protein can gradually be introduced.”

“Your child needs to be on this diet at least through adolescence and into adulthood.”

“This is a lifelong problem, and it is recommended that dietary restrictions must be continued.”

The parents of a newborn with phenylketonuria (PKU) need help and support in adhering to specific dietary restrictions. They ask the nurse, “How long will our child have to be on this diet?” How should the nurse respond?