Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer the influenza vaccine to a toddler. The prescription is written to administer the influenza vaccine subcutaneously. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
1. Administering the influenza vaccine subcutaneously may expose the toddler to gelatin, a common vaccine component.
2. Gelatin can trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to it.
3. Therefore, verifying if the toddler has an allergy to gelatin is crucial to prevent adverse reactions.
Summary:
- Choice B is not relevant in this scenario as the route of administration is already specified in the prescription.
- Choice C is incorrect as toddlers can receive the influenza vaccine.
- Choice D is incorrect as the prescription does not indicate multiple doses within 6 months.
Rationale:
1. Administering the influenza vaccine subcutaneously may expose the toddler to gelatin, a common vaccine component.
2. Gelatin can trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to it.
3. Therefore, verifying if the toddler has an allergy to gelatin is crucial to prevent adverse reactions.
Summary:
- Choice B is not relevant in this scenario as the route of administration is already specified in the prescription.
- Choice C is incorrect as toddlers can receive the influenza vaccine.
- Choice D is incorrect as the prescription does not indicate multiple doses within 6 months.