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Which immunizations are likely to be current for a 65-year-old client with no apparent risk factors? (Select ALL that apply)

A. Last tetanus booster was at age 50.
B. Receives a flu shot every year.
C. Has not received the hepatitis B vaccine.
D. Has not received the hepatitis A vaccine.
E. Has not received the hepatitis C vaccine.

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Final answer:

Immunizations likely to be current for a 65-year-old client with no apparent risk factors include a yearly flu shot, a tetanus booster every 10 years (since the last one was taken at age 50), and the hepatitis B vaccine if it has not been received.

Step-by-step explanation:

For a 65-year-old client with no apparent risk factors, the immunizations that are likely to be current include:

  • Receives a flu shot every year. A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for everyone who is at least 6 months of age, and it is especially important for people who are at high risk of developing serious complications if they get sick with the flu.
  • Last tetanus booster was at age 50. It is recommended for adolescents and adults to receive a Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap) booster every 10 years. However, since the client received the last booster at age 50, they are due for a new one.
  • Has not received the hepatitis B vaccine. The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all adults who have not been vaccinated.

The client, based on the information provided, has not received the hepatitis A or hepatitis C vaccines.

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