A nurse is reinforcing teaching about home safety precautions with the parents of a 3-month- old infant. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

Correct answer: B A. Place no more than one small pillow in the crib The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that infants should sleep on a firm and flat surface without any pillows, blankets, or soft bedding. These items can pose a suffocation risk. So, the nurse should advise against using any pillows in the crib. B. This is a good recommendation. Bibs can be a choking hazard during sleep. Removing them ensures the baby’s safety and reduces the risk of accidental suffocation C. Making sure the crib mattress is soft in (option C) is not recommended. The crib mattress should be firm to provide a safe sleeping surface for the infant. Soft mattresses can increase the risk of suffocation. D. Starting to use a highchair for feedings at 3 months old in (option D) is not typically necessary or developmentally appropriate. At this age, infants are typically fed while being held in a caregiver's arms or in a reclined position, such as in a baby bouncer or supported seat.