A mother asks a nurse when her daughter should get immunized again for human papilloma virus (HPV). What is the nurse's most appropriate response to this question?
a. "Your daughter does not need this immunization until she becomes sexually active."
b. "The recommended age for this immunization is between ages 25 and 30 years of age."
c. "Between the ages of 11 and 26 years is the recommended time for this immunization."
d. "When she begins having menstrual periods is the best time for this immunization."
ANS: C
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