The nurse is discussing the risk of poisoning with the mother of two toddlers and a preschool child. Which statement made by the mother indicates a need for more teaching by the nurse?
a. I keep all medicines and chemicals in a locked cabinet.
b. The children take their medicine well when I tell them it is candy.
c. I have syrup of ipecac just in case anything does happen.
d. I always get child-resistant containers.
ANS: B
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