Which of the following instructions is most important for the nurse to include when teaching a mother of a 3-year-old about protecting her child against accidental poisoning?
a. Store medications on countertops out of the child's reach.
b. Purchase medication in child-resistant containers.
c. Take medications in front of the child, and explain that they are for adults only.
d. Never leave the child unattended around medications or cleaning solutions.
D
The nurse should instruct the mother to avoid leaving her child unattended around medications or cleaners, even for a moment. Medications should never be stored on kitchen counters or bathroom surfaces because children love to explore and climb and can get into them. The nurse should explain that medications should not be taken in front of the child because children imitate adult behavior. The nurse should reinforce that although child-resistant containers are a deterrent, they are not foolproof because many toddlers and preschoolers can open them.
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