The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old boy with hemophilia. The ...

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The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old boy with hemophilia. The parents are worried that he may become infected with hepatitis or HIV through a blood product transfusion. How should the nurse respond?
 
  A) It is common for parents to fear the worst, but the factor will help your child lead a normal life.
  B) There are risks with any treatment using blood products, but it is very low.
  C) Factor replacement is very expensive and bleeding episodes can cause you to miss work, creating a financial strain.
  D) Since heat treatment began, there have been no reports of virus transmission since 1986.

Question 2

The school nurse is planning to teach a segment on smoking during the freshman health classes. The nurse is aware that this needs to be a forum rather than a lecture.
 
  Which of the following techniques will also help deliver a Don't smoke message? A) Showing a command of the facts on smoking
  B) Speaking with a tone of authority
  C) Keeping your personal experiences out of it
  D) Listening to all comments non-judgmentally

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Answer to Question 1

D
Response:
The nurse should reassure the parents that since 1986, there have been no reports of virus transmission from factor infusion since the inception of heat treatment. Telling the parents that there is a low risk does not teach them. Telling the parents that factor replacement is expensive or that it is common to worry does not teach them or address their concerns.

Answer to Question 2

D
Response:
It is very important to listen to the students' comments without judging them, as judging would create resistance to information. Spouting too many facts too often and taking in an authoritative tone will show the audience that their opinions don't matter. Using personal experiences and admitting mistakes you have made can aid in communication.