Which one of the following statements by the parent of a child indicates that further teaching by the nurse is required?
A) "Now that my child is 2 years old,I can let her sit in the front seat of the car with me."
B) "I make sure that my child wears a helmet when he rides his bicycle."
C) "I have spoken to my child about safe sex practices."
D) "My child is taking swimming classes at the community center."

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This statement indicates that further teaching is required.Children weighing less than 80 pounds or who are under 8 years of age should always be in an age/weight-appropriate car seat that has been installed according to manufacturer's directions.In cars with a passenger air bag,children under 12 should be in the back seat.Answer 2 is an appropriate safety measure to reduce injuries from falling off a bike or being hit by a car.Answer 3 is an important safety measure because many adolescents begin sexual relationships.Answer 4 is an appropriate safety measure that may someday save a child's life.

Which One of the Following Statements by the Parent of a Child