A clinic is being conducted to provide influenza (flu) and pneumonia vaccines for adults. Prior to administration of a flu vaccine, for what should the nurse assess the patients?
A. Allergy to eggs
B. Allergy to mercury
C. Pulse oximeter saturation level
D. Current antibiotic therapy
Answer: A
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