The nurse is preparing an educational program regarding Healthy People 2020. Which pieces of information are important to include for caregivers of infants and young children? Select all that apply
1. "Infants should always be placed to sleep on their sides."
2. "Children should be taught to wash their hands."
3. "Caregivers should ensure that the children's toys are age-appropriate."
4. "Parents should be encouraged to avoid immunizations."
5. "Caregivers should inspect the children's toys for small possibly inhalable parts."
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 5
Children should be taught hygiene measures such as handwashing to prevent the spread of infection. Age-appropriate toys should be provided for children to ensure that young infants or children do not inhale small parts or choke on plastic bags that may found in toys meant to be played with by older children. Caregivers should ensure that they are providing toys that are safe. Infants who sleep on their backs have a reduced risk of developing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Children should be immunized to prevent the spread of preventable infections. Some toys may include inhalable parts.
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