When supervising a certified nursing assistant (CNA) caring for a toddler, a nurse intervenes when
A) The CNA leaves the toddler alone in the bathtub.
B) The CNA feeds the toddler pieces of cheese for a snack.
C) The CNA removes small objects from the toddler's crib.
D) The CNA puts the crib side rails up when the toddler is resting.

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Leaving a toddler alone in the bathtub is a safety hazard and could lead to drowning. The nurse should intervene and ensure that the CNA stays with the toddler during bath time. Feeding cheese to a toddler, removing small objects from the crib, and putting crib side rails up are all appropriate actions by the CNA.

When Supervising a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Caring for a Toddler