A 35-year-old male pt with no health problem states that he had a flu shot last year and asks if it is necessary to have it again this year. What is the best response by the nurse?
a. No, because once you get a flu shot, it lats for several years.
b. Yes, because the immunity against the virus wears off, increasing your chances of getting the flu
c. Yes, because the vaccine guards against a specific virus and reduces your chances of acquiring flu and is only effective for one year
d. No, flu shots are only for high-risk patients and you are not considered to be high risk
Answer: c. Yes, because the vaccine guards against a specific virus and reduces your chances of acquiring flu and is only effective for one year
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