The 75-year-old patient asks the nurse if the Pneumovax immunization he took when he was 65 is still protecting him. Which reply is most accurate?
a. "Pneumovax protects you for your life-time."
b. "Immunity afforded you by Pneumovax lasts only 2 years."
c. "Pneumovax protection varies according to your risk factors and living situation."
d. "After 6 years, you need a repeat dose of Pneumovax for full immunity."
D
Pneumovax, an immunization that protects against 23 pneumococcal organisms, is repeated 6 years after the first dose.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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