Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
A healthy 2-day-old newborn received the first dose of hepatitis B prior to being discharge home with the parents. The nurse should instruct the parents to return to the clinic for the infant's next dose of hepatitis B in how many months?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The hepatitis B vaccine schedule for infants involves three doses, with the second dose administered 1 to 2 months after the first, ensuring timely immunity development. The 2-month interval is appropriate for the next dose.