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hbsimmons88

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is teaching a young pregnant woman about vaccines. Which statement is true about vaccines for pregnant women?
 
  a. The varicella vaccine is contraindicated for pregnant women.
  b. The rubella vaccine is allowed for pregnant women.
  c. The pneumococcal vaccine is contraindicated only for women with asthma.
  d. The influenza vaccine is contraindicated for pregnant women.

Question 2

The client has been ordered to be treated with Kaletra. The nurse anticipates that the medication will be administered:
 
  a. on an empty stomach.
  b. with food.
  c. at bedtime.
  d. upon rising.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The varicella and rubella vaccines are contraindicated. The influenza vaccine is allowed for clients who need it (with asthma). The pneumococcal vaccine should be given to women with asthma or other chronic illness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Kaletra should always be administered with food.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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