The nurse determines that a client has active immunity to a microorgan

The nurse determines that a client has active immunity to a microorganism. What did the nurse assess that caused the client to develop this type of immunity?

1. Becoming ill with tetanus and receiving tetanus toxoid
2. Having chickenpox
3. Receiving a rabies shot after being bitten by a rabid dog
4. Receiving an injection of gamma globulin

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Receiving an injection for tetanus is an example of acquired passive immunity.
Rationale 2: When the client has the disease, the body stimulates the process of acquired active immunity.
Rationale 3: Receiving an injection for rabies is an example of artificially acquired passive immunity.
Rationale 4: Receiving an injection of gamma globulin is an example of artificially acquired passive immunity.