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Chelseaamend

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The parents of a 2-month-old infant inform the nurse that they have decided to not vaccinate their child because of reports of dangerous side effects and complications. Which of the following responses by the nurse would be best?
 
  a. It is against the law to refuse to vaccinate your child
  b. The benefit of protection will greatly outweigh the risk
  c. We will call child protective services if you don't vaccinate your child
  d. Only parents that don't love their child would refuse vaccinations

Question 2

An infant presents to the emergency room for evaluation for vague symptoms of discomfort. The infant's parent expresses concern that the infant has a urinary tract infection (UTI).
 
  Which of the following symptoms are indicative of a UTI in infants? a. vomiting c. irritability
  b. diarrhea d. loss of appetite


leannegxo

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Parents need to be given the appropriate information so that they can make a good decision. Parents have the right to withhold treatment for their children. The nurse should not assume the parents do not love their child. The nurse should be nonjudgmental in her approach to educating the parents.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D

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Correct Children with UTIs can present with vague signs and symptoms, including vomiting, diarrhea, irritability, and loss of appetite.
Incorrect All answers are correct.


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