The nurse is conducting a home safety class for a group of parents in the community. Which should the nurse teach families that would contribute to maintaining safety in the home?
A) Remove labels from containers and refill for recycling.
B) Use overloaded outlets only when necessary.
C) Keep plants in the home.
D) Always pull a plug at the plug-in from the wall outlet.
Answer: D
Always pull a plug at the plug-in from the wall outlet. Pulling a plug by its cord can damage the cord and plug unit, creating a dangerous situation. Not knowing which plants are poisonous and which are not may pose a serious problem for children in the home. Always avoid overloading outlets at any time because it may damage the cord and cause a fire. Do not remove container labels or reuse empty containers to store different substances; laws mandate that the labels of all substances specify an antidote.
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