Additional safety considerations
Additional safety considerations ( 8 Questions)
Which action by the nurse promotes a safe environment for pediatric patients?
Leaving electrical cords and wires in the patient's reach increases the risk of electrical injuries and entanglement hazards.
Baby walkers are associated with an increased risk of falls and injuries in pediatric patients and are not recommended.
. Securing furniture and equipment to prevent tipping. Explanation: Securing furniture and equipment is important in preventing accidents, such as tip-overs, which can pose a significant risk to pediatric patients.
Keeping toys with small parts accessible to all patients increases the risk of choking hazards, especially for younger children who are prone to putting objects in their mouths.
Answer: c. Securing furniture and equipment to prevent tipping. Explanation: Securing furniture and equipment is important in preventing accidents, such as tip-overs, which can pose a significant risk to pediatric patients.
Incorrect choices: a. Leaving electrical cords and wires in the patient's reach increases the risk of electrical injuries and entanglement hazards.
b. Baby walkers are associated with an increased risk of falls and injuries in pediatric patients and are not recommended.
d. Keeping toys with small parts accessible to all patients increases the risk of choking hazards, especially for younger children who are prone to putting objects in their mouths.