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For which of the following reasons should the school nurse recommend that an HIV-infected child not be allowed to attend school?

  • A. The child develops allergies with sneezing.
  • B. The school system requires students to receive routine immunizations.
  • C. There is an outbreak of chicken pox at the school.
  • D. There is strong objection from parents of well children.
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: An outbreak of chickenpox (C) justifies exclusion due to the HIV child's immunocompromised state, per CDC guidelines. Allergies (A), immunizations (B), and objections (D) don't warrant exclusion.