When parents decline a blood transfusion for their child for religious reasons, the nurse should:
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Correct answer: Seek a court order if the child's life is at risk
When refusal endangers the child’s life, nurses have an ethical and legal obligation to advocate for the child’s best interest, potentially involving legal intervention.
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