A nurse is telling a new mother from Africa that she shouldn't carry her baby in a sling created from a large rectangular cloth.

The African woman tells the nurse that everyone in Mozambique carries babies this way.

The nurse believes that bassinets are safer for infants. What is this scenario an example of?

To prevent poisoning of a child in the home, it is important to keep cleaning liquids and other potential poisons in a locked cabinet12.

This includes storing medicines, chemicals, and cleaners up high in a locked cupboard and in their original containers1.

Choice A is incorrect because it focuses on prescription medications and not on preventing the poisoning of a child in the home.

Choice C is incorrect because it focuses on taking medications correctly and not on preventing the poisoning of a child in the home.

Choice D is incorrect because storing medications in a visible and accessible place could increase the risk of poisoning if a child were to access them.

It is important for the nurse to understand the client’s cultural perspective and work with them to find a method that will help them adhere to their medication schedule.

This approach shows respect for the client’s cultural beliefs and values while also emphasizing the importance of taking their medications on time.

CHOICE A. Telling the client that they will die if they do not take their medications at a certain time is not an appropriate response as it may cause unnecessary fear and anxiety.

CHOICE B. Telling the client that it is their prerogative to follow the schedule or not does not emphasize the importance of adhering to the medication schedule.

CHOICE D. Simply providing the client with a schedule and a watch without discussing their cultural beliefs and values may not be effective in helping them adhere to their medication schedule.