The nurse is teaching the mother of a toddler about preventing burns. Which of the following responses from the mother indicates a need for further teaching?

A) "We will leave fireworks displays to the professionals.
B) "I will set our water heater at 130 degrees."
C) "All sleepwear should be flame retardant."
D) "The handles of pots on the stove should face inward."


B
Response:
If the temperature of the water heater is set at 130 degrees, a child can suffer a significant burn in only 30 seconds. The temperature should be set at no more than 120 degrees. The other statements are correct.

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