The nurse is collecting data at the immunization clinic. Which disclosure by the patient would cause the nurse to withhold the administration of the varicella vaccine?
1. a blood transfusion after undergoing surgery 3 months ago
2. history of an allergic reaction to yeast bread
3. itching and swelling on the face and hands after ingesting eggs
4. a low-grade temperature within the past 2 days
Correct Answer: 1
Contraindications for the varicella vaccine include pregnancy, suppressed immunity, and a recent history of a blood transfusion. Recent hyperthermia and allergy to yeast or eggs do not indicate a potential difficulty with the administration of the varicella vaccine.
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