A mother felt very guilty that her baby was born HIV positive.When the nurse suggested the usual DPT and MMR immunizations,the mother was extremely upset."Don't you know HIV children are immunosuppressed?" she exclaimed.Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?

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Because of impaired immunity,children with HIV infection are more likely to get childhood diseases and suffer serious consequences of the diseases.Therefore,DPT,IPV,and MMR vaccines should be given at regularly scheduled times for children infected with HIV.Other immunizations may also be recommended after medical evaluation.Although this child is HIV positive,there is no medical reason why the child should not be immunized.Many states do have a "no shots,no school" law,but exceptions can be made.The APA does recommend immunizations for most children,but this is not the best answer.

A Mother Felt Very Guilty That Her Baby Was Born