The nurse observes a toddler riding a tricycle and decides that the parents need additional safety education. What did the nurse observe?

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Toddlers need to wear a helmet as soon as they begin riding a tricycle. Parents are not as conscientious about using helmets as they are for bicycle riding so this is an area where health teaching is necessary. Wearing a helmet would be expected, and the nurse would not need to provide additional safety education for the parents. Long pants and tennis shoes do not pose a safety issue.

The Nurse Observes a Toddler Riding a Tricycle and Decides