The nurse is providing care to a child diagnosed with hemophilia who states, "I am going to join a bike club at school." Which recommendation should the nurse give to the child?
A) Wear knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet while bicycling.
B) Consider a swim club instead of the bicycling club.
C) Do not join the club.
D) Participate only in the social activities of the club.

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The nurse should recommend that the child wear knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet to prevent injury while bicycling. It is important for the child with hemophilia to avoid activities that may increase their risk of bleeding, but with proper precautions, the child can still enjoy physical activities such as biking. Swimming may also be a good option, but it is not necessary to discourage the child from joining the bike club altogether. Rather, the nurse should emphasize the importance of safety measures to prevent injury. Social activities of the club may also be enjoyed, but it is important for the child to be able to participate in physical activities as well.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Child Diagnosed with Hemophilia