Motor vehicle injuries are a significant threat to young children. Knowing this, the nurse plans a teaching session with a toddler's parents on car safety. Which will she teach (select all that apply)?
a. Secure in a rear-facing, upright, car safety seat.
b. Place the car safety seat in the rear seat, behind the driver's seat.
c. Harness safety straps should be fit snugly.
d. Place the car safety seat in the front passenger seat equipped with an air bag.
e. After the age of 2 years, toddlers can be placed in a forward-facing car seat.
ANS: A, C, E
Toddlers younger than 2 years should be secured in a rear-facing, upright, approved car safety seat. After the age of 2 years, a forward-facing car seat can be used. Harness straps should be adjusted to provide a snug fit. The car safety seat should be placed in the middle of the rear seat. Children younger than 13 years should not ride in a front passenger seat that is equipped with an air bag.
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