A woman who is pregnant tells the nurse she has not had any vaccines but wants to begin so she can protect her unborn child.Which vaccine(s)may be administered to this patient?

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The influenza vaccine is recommended for pregnant women and should be given.Gardasil is given to young women who are not yet sexually active.The MMR is contraindicated because rubella can cause serious teratogenic effects.Varivax is contraindicated during pregnancy.

A Woman Who Is Pregnant Tells the Nurse She Has