Which of the following immunizations should a child with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) not receive?
1. Diphtheria and tetanus toxiods and acellular pertussis vaccine (DTaP)
2. Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB conjugate vaccine)
3. Varicella vaccine
4. Hepatitis B vaccine (hep B)
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Rationale: 1. DTaP vaccinations are not a live vaccine, and should be given on schedule.
2. HIB vaccinations are not live vaccines, and should be given on schedule.
3. A child with an immune disorder should not be immunized with a live varicella vaccine, because of the risk of contracting the disease.
4. Hepatitis B vaccinations are not live vaccines, and should be given on schedule.
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