The nurse is discussing vaccination for Haemophilus influenzae ...

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The nurse is discussing vaccination for Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) with the mother of a 6-month-old child. Which of the following comments provides the most compelling evidence to get the vaccination?
 
  A) This bacteria lives in every human.
  B) Young children are especially susceptible to these bacteria.
  C) You have a choice of two excellent vaccines.
  D) Your child needs this final dose for protection.

Question 2

The school nurse is walking through the lunchroom when one of the children says she feels strange after switching her lunch with her friend. Which of the following nursing assessments is most important?
 
  A) Asking if she has a rash anywhere
  B) Checking if she is nauseated
  C) Determining if her throat itches
  D) Asking if she has abdominal pain

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Answer to Question 1

B
Response:
The most compelling reason for vaccination is that the highest rate of illness from influenza is in children. The fact that Hib is an opportunistic bacterium that lives in humans and causes disease only when resistance is lowered may be difficult for the parent to understand. A choice of two vaccines conveys no benefits to the mother. Need for the final dose is vague.

Answer to Question 2

C
Response:
Checking for airway patency is always the priority. The other assessments can be done after the nurse is certain the child's airway is not jeopardized.