NCLEX Question of the Day
Safety and Infection Control QID 1308
The nurse is planning care for a 15-month-old toddler admitted to the hospital. Which intervention is most important to prevent falls?
Explanation
Toddlers are curious, increasingly mobile, and lack awareness of danger, making them high risk for falls, especially from cribs. Keeping the crib side rails raised and secured whenever the toddler is unattended is the most crucial intervention to prevent falls from the crib. While nonskid footwear, a clear floor, and orientation are general fall prevention measures, the greatest immediate risk for an unattended toddler in a hospital setting is falling or climbing out of the crib.
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