How Should the Nurse Respond to a Parent Who Asks,"How

question 2

Multiple Choice

How should the nurse respond to a parent who asks,"How can I protect my baby from whooping cough?"

• A) "Don't worry; your baby will have maternal immunity to pertussis that will last until they are approximately 18 months old."
• B) "Make sure your child gets the pertussis vaccine."
• C) "See the doctor when the baby gets a respiratory infection."
• D) "Have your pediatrician prescribe erythromycin."

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Definitions:

Meaning

The significance, purpose, or understanding associated with something, often influencing individuals' perceptions and actions.

Competence

The ability of an individual or organization to effectively perform or achieve a specific task or goal.

Impact

The strong influence or effect that something, especially a particular action, event, or decision, has on another thing or person.

Providing Direction

The act of guiding or managing others by setting goals, making decisions, and leading by example towards achieving objectives.