If the Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (MMRV) Combined Vaccine

question 8

Multiple Choice

If the measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (MMRV) combined vaccine is ordered to be given as the first MMR and varicella dose to a child the CDC recommends:

• A) Parents be informed of the increased risk of fever and febrile seizures over the MMR plus varicella two-shot regimen.
• B) Patients must also receive MMRV as the second dose of MMR and varicella in order to build adequate immunity.
• C) Patients be premedicated with acetaminophen 15 minutes before the vaccine is given.
• D) Patients should not be around pregnant women for the first 48 hours after the vaccine is given.

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