A child's parents have requested that their child be exempt from obtaining the required immunizations for a religious reason. What action should a school nurse take related to this request?
a. Deny entry into school for children without the required immunizations.
b. Educate the parents about the need for immunizations.
c. Be aware of the state laws regarding acceptable reasons for exemption.
d. Allow the student to attend school without the immunizations.
C
The state mandates the rules about having immunizations that the nurse must follow. Thus, it is the responsibility of the school nurse to be aware of the laws in the state regarding acceptable reasons for immunization exemption.
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