A 6-month-old infant presents to the clinic for routine immunizations. Prior to this visit, the infant has remained up-to-date with immunizations
The nurse anticipates the infant will need which of the following immunizations recommended at 6 months? Select all that apply. a. diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) c. measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
b. Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) d. pneumococcal
A, B, D
Feedback
Correct At 6 months, the recommended immunizations include DTaP, Hib, and pneumococcal.
Incorrect MMR is administered between 12 and 15 months of age.
You might also like to view...
When acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) is administered in low doses, it blocks the synthesis of thromboxane A2 . What physiological effect results from this action?
A) Inflammation is relieved. B) Core body temperature is reduced. C) Pain is relieved. D) Platelet aggregation is inhibited.
A patient's order for IV fluid states that NS is to be infused. Which of the following IV fluids should be given?
A. 0.9% Sodium Chloride C. 0.225% Sodium Chloride B. 0.45% Sodium Chloride D. 5% Dextrose
A patient is confused and is attempting to get out of the hospital bed. The nurse is tired after working for more than 10 hours and is concerned for the patient's safety
What is the best action that the nurse should take to prevent the patient from harm? a. Restrain the patient with wrist restraints. b. Place the patient with a belt restraint in a chair. c. Sedate the patient with medication. d. Ask a family member to sit with the patient.
Why are the drugs neostigmine (Prostigmin) and pyridostigmine (Mestinon) helpful to the person with myasthenia gravis?
a. Improves speech b. Improves visual disturbances c. Reduces pain d. Promotes nerve impulse transmission