A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parents of an infant who has a Pavlik harness.

Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

Explanation:

Avoid pregnancy for at least 28 days after receiving the vaccine: This is a crucial instruction for women of childbearing age. The MMR vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, and women should avoid becoming pregnant for at least 28 days after receiving it to reduce the theoretical risk to the developing fetus. Pregnant women should not receive the MMR vaccine, and women who receive the vaccine should avoid getting pregnant for at least 28 days afterward.

Incorrect:

A- Avoid breastfeeding for 3 days after receiving the vaccine: This statement is not accurate. Breastfeeding is not contraindicated after receiving the MMR vaccine. In fact, breastfeeding is safe and can be continued as usual.

B- Your partner should also receive the MMR vaccine: While it is essential for individuals to be vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella for their own protection and to contribute to herd immunity, it is not a specific instruction given to the postpartum client.

C- If you are allergic to gluten, you should not receive this vaccine: The MMR vaccine does not contain gluten, and a gluten allergy is not a contraindication for receiving the vaccine.

1. "Your health care surrogate will make decisions on your behalf if you are unable": This statement is correct. A health care surrogate, also known as a health care proxy or durable power of attorney for health care, is an individual designated by the client to make medical decisions on their behalf if they become unable to make decisions for themselves. It is important for the client to choose someone they trust and who understands their values and wishes.
2. "You will need an attorney to appoint a health care surrogate": This statement is not necessarily true. While involving an attorney can be helpful, it is not always required to appoint a health care surrogate. In many jurisdictions, a legally valid health care surrogate designation can be made through a simple document or form provided by the hospital or a local government office. It is important to check the specific legal requirements in the client's jurisdiction.
3. "You should appoint a family member as your health care surrogate": This statement is a subjective recommendation and may not be applicable to all individuals. The decision of whom to appoint as a health care surrogate should be based on the client's personal preferences and the individual's ability to make informed decisions according to the client's wishes. While a family member is often chosen, it is not a requirement, and the client may choose a close friend, partner, or anyone else they trust to fulfill this role.
4. "Once you have completed a living will, it cannot be changed": This statement is incorrect. A living will, which is a type of advanced directive, can be changed or revoked at any time by the client as long as they are competent to do so. It is important for the client to review and update their living will periodically to ensure that it reflects their current wishes regarding medical care and treatment.