A client exposed to hepatitis A is given a human immune globulin vaccine. The nurse explains this will provide:

A)

natural immunity.

B)

active acquired immunity.
C)

natural acquired immunity.

D)

passive acquired immunity.


D
Explanation:

A)

Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
B)

Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
C)

Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
D)

Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems

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