A client exposed to hepatitis A is given a human immune globulin vaccine. The nurse should explain that this vaccination will provide:
1. natural immunity.
2. passive acquired immunity.
3. natural acquired immunity.
4. active acquired immunity.
Answer: 2
1. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances.
2. Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals.
3. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
4. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease.
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