A nurse is providing education to a 10-year-old child newly diagnosed with hemophilia and their parents. The parents state that they are withdrawing their child from participating in any sports or physical activities because they are worried the child will get injured. Which of the following statements made by the nurse is most appropriate?

A. You should not allow your child to play any sport due to the risk of injury. Sedentary lifestyles increase risks of obesity and muscle atrophy in hemophiliacs. Promoting complete physical restriction negatively impacts psychosocial development and joint health. Maintaining strong musculature is essential to protect joints from spontaneous hemarthrosis. B. You should allow your child to play any sport they want to play. High-impact contact sports like football or boxing pose life-threatening risks of intracranial hemorrhage. Unregulated activity ignores the high probability of severe bleeding episodes from trauma. Clinical guidance requires assessing the injury risk profile of each specific athletic endeavor. C. You should not allow your child to ride a bike or go skateboarding with their classmates. Prohibiting all peer-related activities causes social isolation and prevents necessary physical exercise. These activities are manageable when risks are mitigated through appropriate safety equipment and supervision. Developmentally, school-aged children require peer interaction and physical mastery for healthy maturation. D. You should allow your child to participate in age-appropriate activities such as riding a bike using proper protective gear. Non-contact sports like cycling promote joint stability and cardiovascular health while minimizing traumatic bleeding. Helmets and padding effectively reduce the risk of significant hemorrhage during accidental falls. This approach balances the necessity of physical activity with essential safety precautions for clotting factor deficiencies.