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A 48 yo M is evaluated during a follow up visit for HTN. He has no sx. Received the tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid, and acellular pertussis vaccine 9 years ago.Most appropriate management?

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The most appropriate management for a 48-year-old male who received the tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid, and acellular pertussis vaccine 9 years ago during a follow-up visit for hypertension would be to administer a Tdap booster vaccine.

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The most appropriate management for a 48-year-old male who is evaluated during a follow-up visit for hypertension and received the tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid, and acellular pertussis vaccine 9 years ago would be to administer a Tdap booster vaccine. The Tdap vaccine provides protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.

The CDC recommends a Tdap booster every 10 years for adolescents and adults. Since the patient received the previous vaccine 9 years ago, he is due for a Tdap booster.

By receiving the Tdap booster vaccine, the patient will ensure continued protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.

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