At a community health fair, the nurse informs the residents that the influenza vaccine is recommended for which of the following patients?
a. Only patients who are older than 65 years
b. Patients aged 40 to 60 years
c. Patients in any age group who have a chronic disease
d. Patients in any age group who are currently experiencing flulike symptoms
C
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A The annual influenza vaccine is recommended for patients older than 65 years, but this is not the only group.
B The annual influenza vaccine is recommended for any age group, including persons aged 40 to 60 years, who have a chronic disease of the heart, lung, or kidneys; patients with diabetes; patients with immunosuppression or severe forms of anemia; or patients in close or frequent contact with anyone in a high-risk group.
C The annual influenza vaccine is recommended for patients of any age with a chronic disease.
D Patients with an acute febrile illness should not be vaccinated.
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