A nurse should include which of the following information when educating the client's parents on the varicella vaccine? Select all that apply
A) Explain the risk of contracting vaccine-preventable diseases.
B) Explain the benefits of immunization.
C) Provide the date for return for the next vaccination.
D) Discuss common adverse reactions.
E) Instruct the parents to bring immunization records to all visits.
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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The following information should be included when educating the parents of a client receiving a vaccination: explain the risk of contracting vaccine-preventable diseases, explain the benefits of immunization, instruct the parents to bring immunization records to all visits, provide the date for return for the next vaccination, discuss common adverse reactions, and instruct parents to report any unusual or severe adverse reactions after the administration of a vaccination.
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