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    ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam

    A nurse is teaching a group of parents about childhood immunizations.The nurse should identify that infants should receive the first dose of which of the following immunizations at 12 months of age?

    Explanation & Rationale

    The correct answer is Choice C.Choice A rationaleThe inactivated polio virus (IPV) vaccine is typically administered at 2 months, 4 months, and 6-18 months of age, not at 12 months.Choice B rationaleThe hepatitis B vaccine is given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months of age.Choice C rationaleThe varicella (chickenpox) vaccine is recommended to be given at 12-15 months of age for the first dose.Choice D rationaleThe human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is recommended for preteens aged 11-12 years, not for infants.

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