An older patient is refusing to receive the influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations because he believes he is "too old." How should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. "I understand your feelings."
2. "I will report your concerns to the physician."
3. "You are likely to get sick if you do not take the vaccines."
4. "It is never too late in life to begin health promotion activities."
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Rationale: Telling the patient that the nurse understands the patient's feelings does not help the patient understand the importance of health promotion activities.
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