The nurse determines that which of the following clients would be in greatest need of a hepatitis A vaccine based on risk?

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The greatest risk factor for hepatitis A is exposure to contaminated food or water, or direct contact with an infected person. Due to the increased risk for exposure through injection drug use and potential high-risk behaviors associated with that population, an adult intravenous drug user would be in greatest need of a hepatitis A vaccine. Children who attend elementary school may be at some risk but can receive the vaccine through routine childhood immunizations. Being in a monogamous relationship or working in a bank does not increase one's risk for hepatitis A.

The Nurse Determines That Which of the Following Clients Would