A client is concerned because she has been told that her blood type and her baby's are incompatible. What is the nurse's best response?
A) "This is called ABO incompatibility. It is somewhat common but rarely causes significant hemolysis, a breakdown of red blood cells."
B) "This is a serious condition, and additional blood studies are currently in process to determine whether you need a medication to prevent it from occurring with a future pregnancy."
C) "This is a condition caused by a blood incompatibility between you and your husband, but does not affect the baby."
D) "This type of condition is very common, and the baby can receive a medication to prevent jaundice from occurring."
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