A six-month-old is going home from the hospital after being treated for pneumonia. Which statement made by the mother indicates a need for more teaching by the nurse?
a. " I should request childproof medication containers for medications stored in the home."
b. "I should keep all medications out of reach of children and in a locked cabinet."
c. "I can put the medication in the formula to help ensure that my baby takes it."
d. "All of the medications are oral and I have oral administration syringes."
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is an appropriate response by the mother.
B Incorrect: This is an appropriate response by the mother.
C Correct: Medication should not be placed in infant formula, because the child may not consume all of the formula and the medication will change the taste of the primary food, resulting in the risk that the infant may refuse to drink formula.
D Incorrect: This is an appropriate response by the mother.
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