A nurse observes the father of a newborn baby pushing his wife in a wheelchair out onto the patio.
The man and woman each smoke a cigarette while the baby sleeps in the mother's arms.
Which of the following information should the nurse share with the parents?

Choice A rationale

Prior knowledge of diabetes does not scientifically signify a barrier. Familiarity through a relative can provide foundational awareness, reducing hesitancy in engaging with new management practices or educational material.

Choice B rationale

Belief in ease due to avoiding insulin shots reflects misconceptions about diabetes, but does not scientifically indicate a learner-related barrier. This could reflect limited understanding rather than difficulty in comprehension.

Choice C rationale

Downplaying the impact of type 2 diabetes ignores scientific evidence of significant lifestyle changes needed for its management. However, this denotes misunderstanding rather than a barrier to learning.

Choice D rationale

Difficulty with reading presents a direct scientific barrier. Limited ability to absorb written educational material necessitates alternative teaching methods for effective comprehension of diabetes management concepts. .

Choice A rationale

Prejudice contributes to health disparities but is not the root cause of vulnerability, as it lacks direct linkage to tangible resource availability essential for health maintenance and access.

Choice B rationale

Resource insufficiency directly hinders access to healthcare, education, and basic needs, creating a systemic barrier to health, particularly in socioeconomically disadvantaged populations.

Choice C rationale

Family support is crucial for emotional and logistical support but its breakdown is often secondary to broader systemic resource deficits exacerbating vulnerability.

Choice D rationale

Social isolation impacts health through emotional and social deprivation but is frequently a consequence rather than the primary cause of systemic vulnerability.