Practice Question
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a new guardian about car seat safety. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?
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Correct Answer:
"l should position my baby's car seat at a 45° angle in the car."
Rationale:
🔷A 45° angle ensures the newborn’s head and neck remain in a neutral position to prevent airway obstruction from head flexion.
🔷Rear-facing positioning should be maintained until at least age 2 or until reaching the car seat manufacturer’s weight/height limits, not just 12 months.
🔷Harness straps should be at or below the infant’s shoulders in rear-facing seats, not above.
🔷The retainer clip should be positioned at the level of the infant’s armpits, not on the abdomen, to keep straps properly aligned and reduce injury risk in a crash.
🔷Proper angle and fit are crucial for optimal crash protection and safe airway maintenance.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4