A nurse is reinforcing teaching with new parents on the proper way to use an infant car seat.
Which of the following statements by the parents should indicate to the nurse a need for further teaching?
"I will place the infant safety seat in the middle of the back seat away from the windows.”.
"We will need to go by the weight and height of our child when deciding to change to a booster seat.”.
"My baby will be comforted in the back seat by being able to watch me while I drive.”.
"My husband refuses to use a previously owned car seat unless it has the instructions.”. .
The Correct Answer is C
Choice A rationale
Placing the infant safety seat in the middle of the back seat away from the windows is the safest position, protecting the child from potential impact during accidents and from direct
sunlight or objects coming through windows.
Choice B rationale
Following the child's weight and height is crucial for safely transitioning from an infant car seat to a booster seat. This ensures proper restraint and protection as the child grows.
Choice C rationale
Allowing a baby to watch the driver while in the back seat indicates a forward-facing position, which is unsafe for infants. Rear-facing positions provide the best protection for an
infant's head, neck, and spine.
Choice D rationale
Using a previously owned car seat with intact instructions can ensure proper installation and use. However, checking the seat's history and condition is crucial to ensure it meets
current safety standards.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Choice A rationale
Autonomy is a developmental task of toddlers (1-3 years old), focusing on developing a sense of personal control over physical skills and independence.
Choice B rationale
Initiative is a developmental task of early childhood (3-6 years old), where children begin to assert control and power over their environment through directing play and other social interactions.
Choice C rationale
Identity is the primary developmental task of adolescents (12-18 years old), focusing on developing a personal sense of self and direction in life.
Choice D rationale
Trust is a developmental task of infancy (0-1 year), where children learn to trust their caregivers for care and sustenance.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Choice A rationale
The lap belt fitting snugly over the child's abdomen increases the risk of abdominal injury during a crash.
Choice B rationale
The lap belt fitting low across the child's hips distributes force over stronger bony structures, reducing injury risk.
Choice C rationale
Placing a child in the front seat with a shoulder-only automatic belt does not provide proper restraint and increases injury risk.
Choice D rationale
The shoulder strap crossing just below the child's chin indicates improper fit, posing a risk to the neck in a crash.