The nurse is describing the schedule for vaccinations to the parents of a new baby. The nurse explains the measles–mumps–rubella (MMR) vaccine is first administered at what age?
A) 1 month
B) 3 months
C) 6 months
D) 15 months
D
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MMR is administered initially as a combined vaccine at 15 months. Therefore, options A, B, and C are incorrect.
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