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The clinic is lending a federally approved car seat to an infant's family. The nurse should explain that the safest place to put the car seat is:

  • A. front facing in back seat.
  • B. rear facing in back seat.
  • C. front facing in front seat with air bag on passenger side.
  • D. rear facing in front seat if an air bag is on the passenger side.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Placing the car seat rear facing in the back seat is the safest option for an infant. Rear-facing car seats provide the best protection for a baby's head, neck, and spine in the event of a crash. It is recommended to keep infants in a rear-facing position until they reach the maximum weight or height limit allowed by the car seat manufacturer. Placing the car seat in the front seat, especially with an active airbag, can be dangerous for an infant due to the force of deployment in case of an accident. It is important to follow the guidelines for safe car seat use to ensure the protection and well-being of the child.