In which client should the hepatitis B vaccine be withheld?
1. A client with anemia
2. A client with arthritis
3. A client with hypertension
4. A client with an active infection
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: An individual with anemia could receive the vaccine.
Rationale 2: An individual with arthritis could receive the vaccine.
Rationale 3: An individual with hypertension could receive the vaccine.
Rationale 4: An active infection would be a contraindication to the administration of hepatitis B vaccine.
Global Rationale: Patients with active infections or unexplained fever should delay use of the vaccine unless the health of the patient is endangered by withholding the vaccine. Anemia, arthritis, and hypertension do not preclude vaccination.
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