The nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant. The safety of the infant can best be ensured by which of the following safety measures:

a. Prop nursing bottles carefully
b. Provide supervision to children playing with wheelchairs
c. Place crib away from electrical outlets
d. Ensure the tray is securely locked before leaving a child unattended in a high chair


C
Bottles should never be propped. Children should not be allowed to play with wheelchairs. The crib should always be placed away from electrical outlets to prevent child from placing objects or fingers into the outlet. Never leave a child unattended in a high chair.

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