You Are Preparing to Give an 18-Month-Old Child the Measles

You are preparing to give an 18-month-old child the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The child's mother informs you that a relative who is HIV-positive has just moved into the home with this family. What is your best action?

A) Withhold the vaccine, as it contains live microorganisms.
B) Give the vaccine as ordered; there is no effect on the HIV-positive person.
C) Give one-half of the vaccine dose now and schedule the remaining dose at a later date.
D) Have the HIV-positive person contact his/her healthcare provider before giving the vaccine.