Question

Discuss at least 3 common areas where safety is a concern during the toddler years. Provide anticipatory guidance for the parents of a toddler.

Answer 1

Answer: A toddler is a child whose age is between 12 to 36 months. This time is the development for the social, emotional skills. The three common areas where safety is a concern during the toddler years are such as :

• Falls: Toddlers are at high risk of fall. They toddle everywhere and may get hurt by falling from railings, falling from bed etc.
• Poison or toxic substances: Toddlers may eat or grab on anything and put in to their mouth. This could lead to harmful effects on the child.
• Burns: This could be due to as in the kitchen, by pouring hot water or by electric current etc.

For the parents it is important to look after their Toddlers as:

• Parents should keep an eye on their Toddlers.
• It is important not to leave them alone.
• Toddlers should be not leave alone at high risk areas such as garden, terrace etc.
• It is important to keep good hygiene where the Toddlers used to play.