A parent brings a 15-month-old child in for an MMR. The child has otitis media, with a fever of 104° F. How should the nurse advise the parent?
1. The vaccine should not be given until the illness has resolved.
2. The vaccine can be given safely at any time.
3. As long as the child is taking antibiotics, the vaccine can be given now.
4. This child should never receive this vaccine.
Correct Answer: 1
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