The nurse is preparing an educational program regarding Healthy People 2020. Which pieces of information are important to include for caregivers of infants and young children?

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B) "Children should be taught to wash their hands." Hand washing is an important way to prevent the spread of germs and infectious diseases.

C) "Caregivers should ensure that the children's toys are age-appropriate." Age-appropriate toys can prevent injury and ensure that children are able to use them safely and effectively.

E) "Caregivers should inspect the children's toys for small possibly inhalable parts." Small toys or parts can pose a choking hazard to young children and should be avoided. Regular inspections of toys can help to prevent accidents.

A) "Infants should always be placed to sleep on their sides."
B) "Children should be taught to wash their hands."
C) "Caregivers should ensure that the children's toys are age-appropriate."
D) "Parents should be encouraged to avoid immunizations."
E) "Caregivers should inspect the children's toys for small possibly inhalable parts."

D) "Parents should be encouraged to avoid immunizations." Immunizations are an important way to protect infants and young children from serious diseases. Encouraging parents to avoid immunizations would be contrary to the goals of Healthy People 2020.

The Nurse Is Preparing an Educational Program Regarding Healthy People