A nurse has completed a teaching session for parents about "baby-proofing" the home. Which statements made by the parents indicate an understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply
a. "We will put plastic fillers in all electrical plugs.".
b. "We will place poisonous substances in a high cupboard.".
c. "We will place a gate at the top and bottom of stairways.".
d. "We will keep our household hot water heater at 130 degrees.".
e. "We will remove front knobs from the stove.".
A, C, E
By the time babies reach 6 months of age, they begin to become much more active, curious, and mobile. Putting plastic fillers on all electrical plugs can prevent an electrical shock. Putting gates at the top and bottom of stairways will prevent falls. Removing front knobs form the stove can prevent burns. Poisonous substances should be stored in a locked cabinet not in a cabinet that children can reach when they begin to climb. The household hot water heater should be turned down to 120 degrees or less.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).