While taking the history of a 10-year-old child, the parents admit to owning firearms. Which should the nurse suggest to enhance the child's safety based on this information?

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The best choice in this situation is to recommend using a gun lock on all firearms in the house. This will prevent accidental firing of the guns and also keep the child safe in case they come in contact with the weapons. Keeping all the guns out of the child's reach would also be advisable, but a gun lock is a necessary safety precaution that should be implemented regardless of where the guns are stored. Taking the child to a shooting range is not a safety measure, but rather an opportunity for recreation and skill building. Storing the guns and ammunition in the same place may create additional safety risks, such as easier access to ammunition, that should be avoided.

While Taking the History of a 10-Year-Old Child, the Parents