Question

The school nurse instructs a group of preschool mothers about poison prevention in the home. Which of the following statements, if made by a mother to the nurse, indicates further teaching is necessary?

1) The poison control center number is stored on all the phones in our house.
2) I should induce vomiting if my child swallows lighter fluid.
3) If I carry medication in my purse, it should be in a child-proof container.
4) Proper storage is the key to poison prevention in the home.

Answer 1

Inducing vomiting if a child swallows lighter fluid is not recommended and further teaching is necessary.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that indicates further teaching is necessary is: I should induce vomiting if my child swallows lighter fluid. While it is important to call a poison control center immediately in case of any ingestion or contact with a poisonous substance, inducing vomiting should not be done unless instructed by a healthcare professional. It is best to follow the advice of the poison control center or seek medical attention to determine the appropriate course of action.