A first-time mother brings her 6-month-old son in for a well-visit. She tells the nurse practitioner that she is delaying vaccination because he is “not in daycare,” and she doesn’t want to “overload his immune system.” What is the NP’s most appropriate response?

“Vaccines are safe, and your fears are unfounded.”

“How would you feel if your baby caught a serious disease that put him in the hospital, or even worse, if he died? Let’s get him caught up on his shots today.”

“I understand your concerns for the well-being of your child. Delaying vaccines puts your son at risk for serious diseases, because he can catch them from anyone he or you comes in contact with.”

“You’re spending too much time doing ‘research’ on Facebook. Let the professionals do our job and take care of your baby.”