# A pregnant client asks which vaccines are commonly recommended during pregnancy. Which response by the nurse is best?

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## Question

A pregnant client asks which vaccines are commonly recommended during pregnancy. Which response by the nurse is best?

## Option

1. Most vaccines are avoided until after delivery.
2. Live vaccines are recommended during pregnancy.
3. Vaccines are unnecessary if the client had childhood immunizations.
4. Influenza vaccine and Tdap are commonly recommended when appropriate. **✔ Correct answer**

**Correct answer: 4**

## Explanation

Inactivated influenza vaccine and Tdap are commonly recommended during pregnancy when appropriate to protect the client and newborn. Live vaccines are generally avoided. Childhood immunizations do not replace pregnancy-specific recommendations.

## In-depth explanation

Clinical Judgment
Use the client cues, timing, labs, and safety risks to select the response that best fits Pregnancy immunization teaching.

Memory Tip
Match the strongest cue cluster to the safest nursing judgment.

KR vs US
NCLEX items reward cue-based priority thinking rather than isolated recall.

## Clinical scenario

Clinical Practice Guide
For Pregnancy immunization teaching, compare the complete cue pattern with the client's current stability, ordered data, and expected nursing scope.

Caution
Do not choose an action from one isolated cue when the full scenario changes priority or safety.

## Key concepts

- **Tdap** — A vaccine protecting against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.
- **Influenza Vaccine** — A seasonal vaccine used to reduce flu illness and complications.
- **Passive Immunity** — Temporary protection transferred from mother to newborn through antibodies.

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