A postpartum client has just received a rubella vaccination.The client demonstrates understanding of the teaching associated with administration of this vaccine when she states:

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The statement "I must avoid getting pregnant for three months" demonstrates the client's understanding that the rubella vaccine can cause birth defects if the client were to become pregnant within three months of receiving the vaccine. Option A is not accurate as the client only needs one vaccination in adulthood. Option C is not accurate as the rubella vaccine does not protect against chickenpox. Option D is not accurate as the rubella vaccine protects against rubella (also known as German measles), not the regular measles.

A Postpartum Client Has Just Received a Rubella Vaccination