Ati lpn paediatrics nursing cohort 65 exam
Ati lpn paediatrics nursing cohort 65 exam ( 46 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about immunizations with the parents of a newborn.Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all newborns within 24 hours of birth to provide early protection against the hepatitis B virus.
The PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) is administered as a series of four doses, typically at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months of age.
The first dose of the DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis) vaccine is typically given at 2 months of age, not during the initial well-baby visit after birth.
The MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine is recommended at 12-15 months of age and again at 4-6 years, not at 6 months.
Choice A rationale
The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all newborns within 24 hours of birth to provide early protection against the hepatitis B virus.
Choice B rationale
The PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) is administered as a series of four doses, typically at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months of age.
Choice C rationale
The first dose of the DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis) vaccine is typically given at 2 months of age, not during the initial well-baby visit after birth.
Choice D rationale
The MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine is recommended at 12-15 months of age and again at 4-6 years, not at 6 months.