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

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The rubella vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine and should be avoided during pregnancy or for one month after the vaccine is given to prevent any risks to the fetus. Option A is incorrect because a single dose of rubella vaccine is considered protective for life. Option C is incorrect because rubella and chickenpox are different diseases and require different vaccines. Option D is incorrect because the rubella vaccine is given to protect the mother from rubella infection and not to directly protect the newborn.

A Postpartum Patient Has Just Received a Rubella Vaccination