The nurse is working in an immunization clinic and is assessing the immunization records of the children presenting there to see what immunizations they need

When the nurse finds a child who has not received a measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) booster or a tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (DTaP) booster between ages 4 and 6, the nurse will tell the parents to have this booster or boosters given to their child at what age? a. 8 c. 11 to 12
b. 8 to 10 d. 13


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A Incorrect: This is not the correct age for the booster.
B Incorrect: This is not the correct age for the booster.
C Correct: When the nurse finds a child who has not received a measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) booster or a tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (DTaP) booster between ages 4 and 6, the nurse will tell the parents to have this booster or boosters given to their child at ages 11-12 years.
D Incorrect: This is not the correct age for the booster.

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