At a community health fair the nurse informs the residents that the in

At a community health fair the nurse informs the residents that the influenza vaccine is recom-mended for clients:

1. Only older than age 65
2. 40 to 60 years of age
3. In any age-group who have a chronic disease
4. Who have an acute febrile illness

ANSWER

ANS: 3
Annual influenza vaccine is recommended for clients of any age with a chronic disease. Annual influenza vaccine is recommended for clients older than age 65, but this is not the only group. Annual influenza vaccine is recommended for any age-group, including those age 40 to 60, who have a chronic disease of the heart, lung, or kidneys; clients with diabetes; clients with immuno-suppression or severe forms of anemia; or those in close or frequent contact with anyone in a high-risk group. Clients with an acute febrile illness should not be vaccinated.