A nurse manager in a community health clinic is reviewing the charts of four clients. Which of the following illnesses should the nurse manager recognize as a national notifiable condition?

A. "Palliative care will help to postpone my death."

Palliative care is not aimed at curing the underlying disease but rather at enhancing the overall well-being of the individual. While it may alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life, its goal is not to postpone death.

B. "Palliative care is reserved for end of life."

Palliative care is not exclusively for end-of-life situations. It can be provided at any stage of a serious illness, alongside curative treatments.

C. "Palliative care services end for my family upon my death."

Palliative care may extend support to the family even after the individual's death, providing bereavement and grief support services. The statement is not entirely accurate regarding the cessation of all services for the family upon the client's death.

D. "Palliative care aims to improve my quality of life."

Palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals facing serious, life-limiting illnesses. It addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, aiming to provide comfort and support.

A. "I will make sure my child gets a measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine this week."

Children with leukemia often have compromised immune systems, and live vaccines like measles, mumps, and rubella are generally contraindicated. Inactivated vaccines are usually recommended.

B. "I should take my child's rectal temperature daily."

While monitoring for fever is crucial in a child with leukemia due to the risk of infection, a rectal temperature is not typically necessary. Oral or tympanic temperature measurements are more commonly used.

C. "I should inspect my child's mouth for sores."

Children with leukemia are at increased risk of developing oral sores, infections, and complications. Regular inspection of the mouth allows for early detection of any issues, promoting timely intervention and prevention of complications.

D. "I'm sure my child will feel better now that he can ride his bicycle."

Physical activity and play are essential for a child's well-being, but this statement does not address the specific complications associated with leukemia or preventive measures for those complications. Regular medical monitoring and adherence to preventive measures are crucial.