A 21-year-old woman who has not been sexually active is in the clinic and requests a Gardasil vaccination. After giving the shot, what instruction does the nurse provide to her?
A.
Return in 1 month for the next shot.
B.
Return in 2 months for the next shot.
C.
Return in 6 months for the next shot.
D.
Return in 1 year for the next shot.
ANS: B
Gardasil is given in a series of three injections. The second shot is 2 months after the first. The third shot is 6 months after the first. The other options are incorrect.
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