To promote wellness and prevent illness throughout the life span, it is important for the nurse to be cognizant of immunization recommendations for women older than 18 years. Match each immunization with the correct schedule.

-Annually

Question

-Annually

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Influenza vaccine is recommended annually for all adults to prevent seasonal flu.

Answer: C 
 Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine is a one-time dose recommended for adults aged 50 years and older to prevent shingles and its complications.

Answer: A 
 Tdap vaccine is recommended every 10 years for adults to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.

Other immunizations to consider include: 
- Hepatitis B vaccine for adults at risk (e.g. healthcare workers, those with multiple sex partners, injection drug users) 
- Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine for adults born after 1957 who have not received both doses
- Human papillomavirus vaccine for women up to age 26 to prevent cervical cancer and other HPV-related illnesses.

To Promote Wellness and Prevent Illness Throughout the Life Span