Which patient will the nurse plan on teaching about the Gardasil vaccine?
a. A 24-year-old female who has not been sexually active
b. A 34-year-old woman who has multiple sexual partners
c. A 19-year-old woman who is pregnant for the first time
d. A 29-year-old woman who is in a monogamous relationship
ANS: A
Gardasil is recommended for females ages 9 through 26, preferably those who have never been sexually active. It is not recommended for women during pregnancy or for older women.
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