A 75-year-old patient questions the nurse about vaccination to prevent shingles. Which response is most appropriate?
a. "The incidence of shingles in people your age is not overly common, so vaccination is unnecessary."
b. "The vaccination has not yet been ap-proved for use in the older adults."
c. "Because of the incidence of shingles in your age group, you should consider tak-ing the vaccination."
d. "The vaccination is expensive but will provide lifelong immunity."
C
The vaccination should be considered by high-risk populations. About 50% of individuals over age 80 years will have the disease. The vaccination has been approved for use. The immunity provided is anticipated to last for 6 years.
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