When you question the parents about their refusal of the vaccination, they state that they don't believe in vaccines, because vaccines are not necessary and that their child doesn't have...

When you question the parents about their refusal of the vaccination, they state that they don't believe in vaccines, because vaccines are not necessary and that their child doesn't have any high-risk behaviors which would necessitate her receiving the vaccine.

How would you as the health professional balance respecting the parent's control over the decision-making regarding their child with the benefits of having their child immunized against a potentially harmful viral disease?

Group #2: The parents have the right to refuse a vaccination for their child if they feel it's unnecessary or harmful.