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    ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is preparing to administer recommended immunizations to an 11-year-old child who is up-to-date with current immunizations.Which of the following immunizations should the nurse plan to administer?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleHepatitis A vaccine is recommended at 12 months and for high-risk populations but is not a routine immunization for an 11-year-old child.Choice B rationaleHuman papillomavirus vaccine is recommended starting at age 11-12 years to prevent HPV-related cancers, aligning with current immunization guidelines.Choice C rationaleRotavirus vaccine is administered in infancy, with the final dose given by 8 months, making it inappropriate for an 11-year-old child.Choice D rationaleHaemophilus influenzae type b vaccine is typically completed in early childhood and is not indicated for older children who are up-to-date with routine immunizations. .

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