The parents of a newborn question the nurse about the need for vaccinations: "Why does our baby need all those shots? He's so small, and they have to cause him pain."
The nurse can explain to the parents that which of the following are true about vaccinations? (Select all that apply.)
a. Are only required for infants
b. Are part of primary prevention for system disorders
c. Prevent the child from getting childhood diseases
d. Help protect individuals and communities
e. Are risk free
f. Are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
ANS: B, D, F
Immunizations are considered part of primary prevention, help protect individuals from contracting specific diseases and from spreading them to the community at large, and are recommended by the CDC. Immunizations are recommended for people at various ages from infants to older adults. Vaccination does not guarantee that the recipient won't get the disease, but it decreases the potential to contract the illness. No medication is risk free.
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