Question

During a well child check-up for a 6-month-old client, the parent reports the client received the first DTaP at two months of age, and has received no other vaccinations. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

a. Repeat first DTaP, starting the schedule again
b. Give second DTaP
c. Give MMR
d. Give two DTaP vaccinations today

Answer 1

The nurse should give the second DTaP vaccination.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most appropriate action for the nurse to take in this case is to give the second DTaP vaccination. The CDC recommends that children receive doses of the DTaP vaccine at 2, 4, 6, and 15-18 months of age. Since the client has already received the first DTaP at two months of age, it is appropriate to administer the second dose at the 6-month well child check-up.