A Mother Refuses to Have Her Child Be Immunized with Measles

question 5

Multiple Choice

A mother refuses to have her child be immunized with measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine because she believes that letting her infant get these diseases will help him fight off other diseases later in life. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Honor her request because she is the parent.
• B) Explain that antibodies can fight many diseases.
• C) Tell her that not immunizing her infant may protect pregnant women.
• D) Explain that if her child contracts measles, mumps, or rubella, there could be very serious and permanent complications from these diseases.

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