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Responding to Questions from Parents with Vaccine Concerns
Introduction:
Even with the benefits of vaccinations, some parents refuse vaccinations because of the influence of vaccine opponents. The purpose of this article is to identify common vaccine concerns on public forums and address these concerns with scientific evidence, thereby offering pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) information on how to respond.
Method:
Six electronic databases were searched to identify parental concerns regarding vaccines and provide evidence-based responses to each concern.
Results:
Some parents are concerned that health care providers do not obtain written informed consent before vaccinating their children. Another common concern is that pharmaceutical companies are solely motivated by financial profits when manufacturing vaccines. Parents also share concerns about vaccine manufacturers' exemption from liability for those who suffer a vaccine-related injury.
Discussion:
PNPs are responsible for addressing parents' concerns regarding vaccines and providing the public with correct information. PNPs are in a prime position to influence parental vaccine decision-making positively.
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