A nurse is reinforcing teaching about home safety needs for a toddler. Which of the following statements by the toddler's parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. "We will store medications on a high surface that our child can't reach.": Safe storage of medications out of a toddler’s reach prevents accidental ingestion and poisoning. This demonstrates an understanding of proper home safety practices for young children. B. "We will keep the number for poison control stored in our phones.": Having immediate access to the poison control hotline ensures rapid response in case of accidental ingestion, which is a key component of home safety for toddlers. C. "We will make sure to turn pot handles towards the front of the stove.": Pot handles should be turned toward the back or side to prevent a toddler from reaching and pulling them down. Turning handles toward the front increases the risk of burns. D. "We will make sure our hot water heater is set to 54° C (129° F).": Setting the water heater to 120–130°F (49–54°C) reduces the risk of scald burns, which is important for toddler safety in the home.