A Child Who Is Small-For-Age Is to Receive Supplemental Injections

A child who is small-for-age is to receive supplemental injections of growth hormone. The mother of the client asks, "Why does my child have to take these shots? I read in the paper that hormones are dangerous." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) "There are some hormones that are dangerous, but given under medical supervision the medication may be beneficial."
B) "Are you worried that your child will get hooked on drugs?"
C) "Your child's pituitary gland is not making enough growth hormone. This hormone makes bones and muscles grow to normal size. The shots are safe."
D) "Your child's parathyroid glands are not making enough of a hormone called GH. The injection is very safe."