Author Question: A client exposed to hepatitis A is given a human immune globulin vaccine. The nurse should explain ... (Read 103 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client exposed to hepatitis A is given a human immune globulin vaccine. The nurse should explain that this vaccination will provide:

1. natural immunity.
2. passive acquired immunity.
3. natural acquired immunity.
4. active acquired immunity.

Question 2

The nurse accepts a position working in the Emergency Department. It is recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that the nurse receives vaccinations against:

1. tuberculosis.
2. hepatitis B.
3. hepatitis C.
4. influenza.

gstein359 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. Natural immunity is a person's resistance to foreign substances.
2. Passive immunity comes from injection of serum containing antibodies from other humans or animals.
3. Naturally acquired immunity occurs when neonates receive antibodies from their mothers.
4. Active immunity can be naturally acquired by developing the disease.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. There is no vaccination for tuberculosis.
2. Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for anyone at high risk for exposure to blood and/or other body fluids.
3. There is no vaccination for hepatitis C.
4. The influenza vaccination is recommended yearly for adults over age 19; and especially patients over age 65 and in nursing homes; or patients with chronic pulmonary, renal, or cardiovascular diseases or diabetes.