Infants Health promotion teaching on leading cause of death

Aspiration of foreign objects • Hold the infant for feedings; do not prop bottles. • Small objects that can become dislodge in the throat (grapes, coins, candy) should be avoided. • Age-appropriate toys should be provided • Clothing should be checked for safety hazards Bodily Harm • Sharp objects should be kept out of reach • Anchor heavy objects and furniture so they cannot be overturned on top of the infant • Infants should not be left unanttended with any animals present Burns • Avoid warming formula in a microwave; check temp of liquid before feeding • The temp of the bath water should be checked. • Hot water thermostat should be set at or below 49 C (120 F) • Working smoke detectors should be kept in the home • Handles of pots and pans should be keot turned to the back of the stoves • Sunscreens should be used when infants are exposed to the sun • Electrical outlets should be covered Drowning • Infants should not be left unattended in bathtubs or around water sources such as toilets, cleaning buckets, or drainage areas. • Secure fencing around swimming pools • Close bathroom doors