The nurse would expect antibodies for passive immunity to be administered in which situations?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. The client is at great risk for exposure.
2. The initial immunization failed.
3. The client has already been exposed to a virulent pathogen.
4. The client has undergone bone marrow transplant.
5. There is not sufficient time to develop active immunity.
Correct Answer: 1,3,5
Rationale 1: Antibodies are administered when the client is at great risk for exposure.
Rationale 2: If the initial immunization failed, it would be repeated.
Rationale 3: Antibodies are administered when the client has been exposed to virulent pathogens.
Rationale 4: Antibodies would not be given to bone marrow transplant clients.
Rationale 5: Antibodies are administered when there is insufficient time to develop active immunity.
Global Rationale: Passive immunization is typically used to provide immediate protection against a recent infection, a potential infection, or a disease in progress. If the initial immunization failed, it would be repeated. Antibodies would not be given to bone marrow transplant clients.
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