A 19-year-old female is asking the nurse about the vaccine for human papilloma virus (HPV). Which statement by the nurse is accurate?
a. "Gardasil protects against all HPV strains."
b. "You are too young to receive the vaccine."
c. "Only females can receive the vaccine."
d. "This will lower your risk for cervical cancer."
ANS: D
Gardasil is used to provide immunity for HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18 that are high risk for cervical cancer and warts. The vaccine is recommended for people ages 10 to 26 years.
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