Why were vaccines developed?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Because some diseases were highly contagious and posed a public health threat, or their symptoms were severe (often requiring hospitalization), or the disease could cause permanent disability or even death.

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All chemotherapy orders are to be double-checked by two nurses. Orders read, "Cisplatin 20 mg/m2." The nurse has 100 mg/100 mL vial of cisplatin and the client's body surface area is 1.4 m2

How much cisplatin in mL will the nurse draw up for infusion?

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To manage his weight, John stopped eating at McDonald's. He has been packing a fruit, a turkey or tuna sandwich, and a bottle of water for lunch for four months. He is considered to be in the _____ stage of the transtheoretical model

a. contemplation b. action c. maintenance d. adoption

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Which of the following can lead to chronic bronchitis?

A) Lack of exercise B) High intake of refined carbohydrates C) Frequent wood-burning fireplace use D) Low calcium intake

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The renal artery and vein, nerves, and lymphatic vessels enter and leave through the ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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