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A nurse is transporting a 3-month-old infant from the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to the radiology department for an X-ray. Which method of transport is safest?
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Correct answer Placing the infant in a crib or bassinet for transport.
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Securing the infant in an infant car seat on a stretcher.
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Placing the infant in a wheelchair with the parent.
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Carrying the infant securely in the nurse's arms.
Rationale
The safest method for transporting an infant within a healthcare facility is in an enclosed crib or bassinet designed for transport. This protects the infant from falls and potential injury. Carrying an infant in arms is unsafe as the nurse could trip or fall. Placing an infant in a wheelchair, even with a parent, is not secure. While car seats are safe for vehicle travel, they are not designed or typically approved for securing onto a hospital stretcher for intra-facility transport; a crib/bassinet provides better stability and visibility.
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