A school nurse is reviewing the vaccination records of the students. Several kids are missing one or more vaccinations. How should the nurse proceed?
A. Call the parents and inform them that their child is missing some vaccinations and explain the importance of staying current with the vaccination schedules.
B. Inform the principal and have the students removed from class the next day.
C. Do nothing; the parents have the right to refuse vaccinations for their child.
D. Order the vaccine and start administering vaccines as needed during the school day.
ANS: A
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