A burn victim's immunization history is assessed by the nurse. Which immunization is of priority concern?

The correct answer is C. Tetanus toxoid. (A) Oral poliovirus vaccine is given to prevent polio. Polio is transmitted by direct contact with an infected person. (B) Inactivated poliovirus vaccine is given to adults and immunosuppressed individuals. Polio is transmitted by direct contact with an infected person. (C)…

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Options

AOral poliovirus vaccine
BInactivated poliovirus vaccine
CTetanus toxoid
DHepatitis B vaccine

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(46 responses)

A
7% (3)
B
2% (1)
C
89% (41)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

(A) Oral poliovirus vaccine is given to prevent polio. Polio is transmitted by direct contact with an infected person. (B) Inactivated poliovirus vaccine is given to adults and immunosuppressed individuals. Polio is transmitted by direct contact with an infected person. (C) Tetanus toxoid prevents tetanus. Tetanus is transmitted through contaminated wounds. (D) Hepatitis B vaccine prevents hepatitis B infection. Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with infected blood or body fluids.

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#tetanus prophylaxis#burn care immunization#infection prevention#wound immunization

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