The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance about injury risk to preschool parents. What would the nurse include in teaching?

Choice A rationale Preschool-aged children are not more prone to falls than other age groups; in fact, their developing gross motor skills, like running and jumping, are becoming quite refined. While falls are common, this group is more at risk due to increased mobility and exploration combined with an incomplete understanding of risk, rather than simply being the most fall-prone age group compared to infants or older adults. Choice B rationale While preschoolers may test boundaries, they are generally developing a stronger understanding of rules and are learning to follow them, especially when boundaries are consistently enforced. They are more at risk not because they intentionally disregard rules (like some older children), but because their judgment, impulse control, and awareness of complex environmental hazards are still immature. Choice C rationale Preschool-aged children are characterized by the rapid improvement of gross motor skills, becoming adept at running, jumping, and riding tricycles, not poor gross motor skills. This increasing competence and curiosity, combined with their lack of experience and risk awareness, is what actually increases their injury risk, particularly from speed-related activities. Choice D rationale Preschool-aged children are indeed at high risk for head injuries, particularly when participating in activities that involve speed or elevation, such as riding a tricycle, scooter, or bike. Their heads are disproportionately large for their bodies, and their judgment for speed and danger is poor, making the consistent use of helmets a critical component of anticipatory guidance for parents.