A 10-year-old female patient in ICU receiving chemotherapy has requested that her dog be allowed to visit her. She is currently sharing a room with another patient
The nurse knows that the hospital does allow for pet visits with owners, but has strict guidelines. Which of the following scenarios is most likely to be permitted?
A) The girl's father may bring the dog in on a leash for a 20-minute visit.
B) The girl's sister may bring the dog in with a shirt on (to prevent shedding) for an overnight stay.
C) The girl's mother may bring the dog in on a leash for a visit as long as he has had all his vaccinations.
D) The dog may be brought in for a brief visit once the girl is moved to a private room.
D
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