Measles Exposure Assessment
from NP Certification Q&A Hosted by Fitzgerald Health Education Associates
A 40 year-old accountant presents for advice on measles prevention. He reports disembarking from an airplane approximately 40 hours ago, and now being notified that one of the passengers on the plane has been diagnosed with measles today. He denies any chronic health problems, states he received “all the shots I should have” when he was a child. However, he is unable to produce documentation of childhood vaccinations. Which of the following represents the most appropriate action? A. This is an example of a low risk rubeola exposure without need for specific prophylactic action. B. Obtain rubeola IgG titers and provide appropriate prophylaxis based on results. C. Administer a single dose of MMR vaccine now with advice to contact the practice if there are concerning signs and symptoms. D. Order a dose of immunoglobulin and arrange for MMR vaccination update. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-y2Ihr76nY&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq592b5zCthlxSNIEM-H-EtD&index=122 Visit fhea.com to learn more!
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A 40 year-old accountant presents for advice on measles prevention. He reports disembarking from an airplane approximately 40 hours ago, and now being notified that one of the passengers on the plane has been diagnosed with measles today. He denies any chronic health problems, states he received “all the shots I should have” when he was a child. However, he is unable to produce documentation of childhood vaccinations. Which of the following represents the most appropriate action? ...
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