A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about influenza prevention. Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "I may develop a mild case of influenza if I receive the vaccine by injection."
b. "I should receive the vaccine every year in October or November."
c. "If I have a cold I should postpone getting the vaccine."
d. "The antiviral medications are as effective as the flu vaccine for preventing the flu."
ANS: B
Influenza vaccine should be given every year in October or November. The vaccine will not cause influenza. Minor illnesses, such as a cold, are not a contraindication for receiving the vaccine. Antiviral medications are not as effective as the flu vaccine in preventing influenza.
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