The nurse accepts a position working in the Emergency Department. It is recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that the nurse receives vaccinations against:
1. tuberculosis.
2. hepatitis B.
3. hepatitis C.
4. influenza.
Answer: 2
1. There is no vaccination for tuberculosis.
2. Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for anyone at high risk for exposure to blood and/or other body fluids.
3. There is no vaccination for hepatitis C.
4. The influenza vaccination is recommended yearly for adults over age 19; and especially patients over age 65 and in nursing homes; or patients with chronic pulmonary, renal, or cardiovascular diseases or diabetes.
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