# A parent says, "My infant has a mild runny nose today, so vaccines should be delayed." Which response should the nurse give?

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## Question

A parent says, "My infant has a mild runny nose today, so vaccines should be delayed." Which response should the nurse give?

## Option

1. All vaccines must be delayed until every symptom is gone.
2. Vaccines are never given during the first year of life.
3. A mild illness without moderate or severe symptoms usually does not require delaying routine vaccines. **✔ Correct answer**
4. The infant should receive only half doses during mild illness.

**Correct answer: 3**

## Explanation

A mild illness without moderate or severe symptoms is generally not a reason to delay routine immunizations. Vaccines are routinely given during infancy according to schedule. Half doses are not used because they may fail to protect the child.

## In-depth explanation

Clinical Judgment
Use the client cues, timing, labs, and safety risks to select the response that best fits Infant vaccine education.

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 Infant vaccine education, 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

- **Immunization** — Administration of a vaccine to help protect against disease.
- **Routine Vaccine Schedule** — Recommended timing for vaccines based on age and risk.
- **Mild Illness** — Minor symptoms that usually do not contraindicate routine vaccination.

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