A Client Is Believed to Have Been Exposed to the Variola

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client is believed to have been exposed to the variola virus while working in a laboratory.What should the nurse assess before administering the vaccination to this client?
Select all that apply.

• A)White blood cell count
• B)HIV status
• C)History of eczema
• D)Allergy to antibiotics
• E)Blood pressure and heart rate

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Definitions:

Social Anxiety Disorder

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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