A parent says, "I read that some states keep the blood sample from newborn screening and use it for other studies. Is this correct?" How should the nurse respond?
1. "That is no longer the case."
2. "I can't believe that would occur."
3. "That has happened in some states."
4. "Why would you find that disturbing?"
3
Rationale 1: Some states continue this practice.
Rationale 2: This has been common practice in some states.
Rationale 3: In some states this is the practice. The next logical question from the parent would be whether it is the practice in their state. The nurse should be aware of state law.
Rationale 4: This does not answer the question and implies that the parent is somehow wrong for asking.
You might also like to view...
The patient's fasting blood glucose is 110 mg/dL. Nursing implications for the finding include
A) assessing a 2-hour postprandial blood sugar for further evaluation. B) assessing the patient for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. C) nothing; it is a normal blood sugar. D) administering 50 cc of concentrated juice.
The nurse counsels parents that the early school years create nervous tension in the child manifested by which abnormal behavior(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Masturbation b. Food fads c. Stuttering d. Aggressive behavior e. Nonnutritive sucking
In differentiating between an occluded artery and occluded vein, a distinguishing sign (present in venous but not arterial occlusion) is:
a. color change. b. edema. c. pain with walking. d. pain with palpation.
The client is beginning an exercise program for the health benefits and to aid in preventing weight gain
How many minutes per week should the client plan on performing moderate-intensity physical activity to meet the recommended number of minutes? A) 60 minutes/week C) 120 minutes/week B) 90 minutes/week D) 150 minutes/week