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folubunmi

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The pregnant woman asks why she should not receive a rubella virus immunization until after delivery. Which response would be the most appropriate?
 
  a. Live virus vaccines have a high risk of teratogenic effects.
  b. The pain of the vaccine could cause stress to the fetus.
  c. You don't have to worry about getting rubella while you're pregnant.
  d. It will be easier for you to have the vaccine after delivery.

Question 2

Which individual is at greatest risk for a high-risk pregnancy?
 
  a. A 15-year-old who is a vegetarian
  b. A 35-year-old with varicose veins
  c. A 20-year-old with three healthy children
  d. A 24-year-old in her forty-second week of gestation


katara

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Live virus vaccines have a high risk for causing potentially severe birth defects (teratogenic effects).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
A woman younger than age 16 and a vegetarian have the most risk factors among the choices presented.


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