How should the nurse interpret a rubella titer of 1:6/1:10?
a. The rubella vaccine is likely to cause anaphylactic reaction.
b. The rubella vaccine will likely be ineffective with this client.
c. The client has no need for the rubella vaccine.
d. The client has a need for the rubella vaccine.
ANS: D
A rubella titer of less than 1:8/1:10 (agency lab), negative, or not immunized indicates need for rubella vaccine administration.
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