A young couple that is about to start a family is discussing motor vehicle safety with a nurse. The nurse intervenes when one of them says:
1. "Motor vehicle accidents are a cause of injury and death among toddlers."
2. "Vigilance must be used when driving in areas where toddlers may be playing."
3. "The use of a car seat becomes optional once the child grows out of the infant stage."
4. "I always look for small children when I am backing up or pulling into a driveway."
ANS: 3
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