The clinic nurse is reviewing the immunization guidelines for ...

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The clinic nurse is reviewing the immunization guidelines for hepatitis B. Which are true of the guidelines for this vaccine? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. The hepatitis B vaccination series should be begun at birth.
  b. The adolescent not vaccinated at birth does not have a need to be vaccinated.
  c. Any child not vaccinated at birth should receive two doses at least 4 months apart.
  d. An unimmunized 10-year-old child should receive three doses administered 4 weeks apart.

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for a child with chickenpox (varicella). Which prescribed supportive measures should the nurse plan to implement? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Administration of acyclovir (Zovirax)
  b. Administration of azithromycin (Zithromax)
  c. Administration of Vitamin A supplementation
  d. Administration of acetaminophen (Tylenol) for fever
  e. Administration of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for itching

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, D
Current immunization guidelines for hepatitis B vaccination recommend beginning the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth or, in unimmunized children, as soon as possible. Children younger than 11 years of age may be vaccinated with a three-dose series, administered 4 weeks apart. Children 11 years and older may receive the two-dose adult formulation given at least 4 months apart.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, D, E
Chickenpox is a virus, and acyclovir is ordered to lessen the symptoms. Benadryl and Tylenol are prescribed as supportive treatments. Vitamin A supplementation is used for treating rubeola. Zithromax is an antibiotic prescribed for bacterial infections such as pertussis.