Pre-Test 1 and 2: Introduction to Special Questions Based on Official NCLEX-RN[®]
29. Which order written by a pediatrician for a 2-month-old infant during a well-infant visit should a nurse question?
. Administer DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) vaccine.
. Administer Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) vaccine.
. Administer IVP (inactivated poliovirus) vaccine.
Test-Taking Tip
Select as the "correct" answer the order that is not correct.
Content Area: Child Health, Immunizations; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Evaluation; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Safe and Effective Care Environment/Safety and Infection Control/Error Prevention
Pre-Test 1 and 2: Introduction to Special Questions Based on Official NCLEX-RN[®]
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Answer 1 is incorrect because the DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) vaccine is given at 2 months of age. Answer 2 is incorrect because the Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) vaccine is given at 2 months of age. Answer 3 is incorrect because IPV (inactivated poliovirus) vaccine is given at 2 months of age. Answer 4 is correct because MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is not administered until the infant is 12 to 15 months of age. The second dose of this vaccine is given at 4 to 6 years of age.