Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A school-age child who has hemophilia.A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a school-age child who has hemophilia about participating in school sports. Which of the following sports should the nurse recommend for the child? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Swimming. Swimming is a recommended sport for a child with hemophilia due to its low risk of injury and the gentle nature of the activity. Hemophilia causes impaired blood clotting, making high-contact sports like basketball, soccer, and gymnastics risky. Swimming is a non-contact sport that helps improve cardiovascular health and muscle strength without putting the child at a high risk of bleeding or injury. Therefore, it is the safest option for the child with hemophilia. Choices A, B, and C involve more physical contact and higher risk of injury, making them unsuitable for a child with hemophilia.