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A couple is asking the nurse whether or not their son should be circumcised. On which fact should the nurse's response be based?

  • A. Boys should be circumcised for them to establish a positive self-image.
  • B. Boys should not be circumcised because there is no medical rationale for the procedure.
  • C. Experts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention argue that circumcision is desirable.
  • D. A statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics asserts that circumcision is optional.
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Circumcision is considered optional, and parents should make an informed decision.