A mother tells the nurse that she does not want her infant immunized because of the discomfort associated with injections.What should the nurse explain?

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To minimize the discomfort associated with intramuscular injections,a topical anesthetic agent can be used on the injection site.These include EMLA (eutectic mixture of local anesthetic)and vapor coolant sprays.Pain associated with many procedures can be prevented or minimized by using the principles of atraumatic care.Infants have neural pathways that will indicate pain.Numerous research studies have indicated that infants perceive and react to pain in the same manner as do children and adults.The mother should be allowed to discuss her concerns and the alternatives available.This is part of the informed consent process.

A Mother Tells the Nurse That She Does Not Want