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jho37

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An 85-year-old man read a notice about a free immunization clinic at the senior citizens' center. What is his best choice of action?
 
  A. Attend the free immunization program to say hello to his social contacts.
  B. Bring his elderly wife and both receive the influenza immunization.
  C. Ignore the sign; at his advanced age, he's already immune to influenza.
  D. Ignore the sign; both he and his spouse received an influenza vaccine last year.

Question 2

Which of the following persons is probably most at risk for an infectious disease?
 
  A. A member of the janitorial staff who has cleaned floors and equipment in the hospital for as long as anyone can remember
  B. A gentleman who, besides being a firefighter, is a trained paramedic
  C. The RN who is a family nurse practitioner and sees private clients for health teaching
  D. The RN who is a first assistant to the physician in the operating room



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A





 

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