A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a 4-month-old infant during a home visit.

Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?

The correct answer is Choice A.

Choice A rationale:

• Acknowledges the client's feelings:It's important for the nurse to validate the client's concerns and let them know that it's understandable to feel nervous or uncertain about ECT.
• Provides information about the treatment:The nurse can offer information about the potential benefits of ECT,but it's important not to pressure the client or make them feel like they have to go through with it.
• Reassures the client of their right to change their mind:This is a crucial aspect of informed consent.The client has the right to withdraw their consent at any time,even after signing the consent form.

Choice B rationale:

• Places undue pressure on the client:This response implies that the doctor knows what's best for the client and that the client should go through with the treatment even if they have doubts.This can undermine the client's autonomy and decision-making ability.

Choice C rationale:

• May minimize the client's concerns:While rescheduling the treatment is an option,it's important to explore the client's concerns more thoroughly before suggesting this.It's possible that the client has valid reasons for not wanting to go through with ECT,and these reasons should be addressed.

Choice D rationale:

• Is disrespectful of the client's autonomy:This response suggests that the client is obligated to go through with the treatment simply because they signed a consent form.This ignores the fact that people can change their minds and that consent is an ongoing process.

B) I can visit my nephew who has chickenpox 5 days after the sores have crusted.

This statement indicates an understanding of infection prevention because it demonstrates knowledge about the contagious period of chickenpox. Visiting someone with chickenpox after the sores have crusted is a safe practice, as the person is no longer contagious.

The other options represent misconceptions about infection prevention:

A) Taking antibiotics for a viral infection is not effective, as antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, not viruses.

C) This statement is identical to option B and is incorrect.

D) Cleaning a cat's litter box during pregnancy is generally not recommended due to the risk of toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection that can be transmitted through cat feces. Pregnant individuals are advised to have someone else handle cat litter or to use gloves and wash their hands thoroughly if they must do it themselves.