NursingPlex
    Sign In
    Ati lpn paediatrics nursing proctored exam 2023

    A nurse is preparing to administer recommended immunizations to a 4-year-old child who is up-to-date on current immunizations and severely immunocompromised. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse plan to administer?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The MMR vaccine contains live attenuated viruses, which can pose a risk to severely immunocompromised children. This vaccine should not be administered to immunocompromised children unless otherwise advised by a specialist. B. The DTaP vaccine is an inactivated vaccine and is safe to administer to immunocompromised children. It does not contain live viruses and is recommended for children in this age group. C. The varicella vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, which can be risky for immunocompromised children. The nurse should avoid administering this vaccine unless explicitly directed by the healthcare provider. D. The LAIV is a live attenuated vaccine, which is not recommended for children who are severely immunocompromised. Alternative inactivated flu vaccines should be used.

    🔒 Submit your answer to reveal