After receiving her Rho(D) immune globulin a client states, "So this will keep my body from ever rejecting my babies?" What would be the nurse's best response?
a. "This medication will prevent antibody formation now, but it may be necessary again with future pregnancies."
b. "Yes, it will give you immunity against Rh-positive blood."
c. "You will be given this medication again after every delivery."
d. "You will need a titer at your 6 week checkup to see if you have immunity."
A
RhoGAM prevents antibody formation, but must be administered with each pregnancy that shows evidence of maternal sensitization. Telling the mother that she will have immunity against Rh-positive blood or that she will need titers at her 6 week checkup is not appropriate.
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