💊 NCLEX-RN Exam Prep

The nurse is teaching new parents about infant car seat safety. Which instruction is essential for ensuring the car seat provides optimal protection?

A Place the infant in a forward-facing car seat once they reach 20 pounds.
B Install the car seat in the front passenger seat for easy monitoring.
C Ensure the harness straps are snug and positioned at or below the infant's shoulders.
D Use additional padding around the infant to fill any gaps in the car seat.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Harness straps must be snug, with the clip at armpit level, and positioned at or below the shoulders for rear-facing infants to prevent ejection during a crash.

Related NCLEX-RN Exam Prep Questions