To prevent accidental poisoning of a child, where should medications be placed in the home?
a. In a dresser drawer
b. In the medicine cabinet
c. In a locked cupboard
d. On a high shelf
ANS: C
Medications should be kept in a locked cupboard.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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