NCLEX Question of the Day
Safety and Infection Control QID 1302
The nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a 2-year-old child regarding car seat safety. Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further education?
Explanation
Current best practice recommendations emphasize keeping children in rear-facing car seats for as long as possible, until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat manufacturer. Age alone (e.g., reaching age 2) is not the sole determinant for transitioning to a forward-facing seat. Many children can remain rear-facing well beyond age 2, which provides superior protection for the head, neck, and spine in the event of a crash. The other statements reflect correct car seat safety practices: ensuring harness straps are snug and properly positioned, placing the chest clip at armpit level, and using either the LATCH system or seat belt for installation are all crucial for safety.
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