Which of the following patients should receive the Zostavax® vaccine?
A) A healthy patient over 60 years of age
B) A patient over age 60 years of age and is taking immunosuppressive drugs
C) A patient over 60 years of age with Hodgkin's lymphoma
D) A patient over 60 years of age with HIV

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Zostavax® is recommended for healthy individuals over 60 years of age to prevent shingles. It is not recommended for those with weakened immune systems, such as those on immunosuppressive drugs, with Hodgkin's lymphoma, or with HIV.

Which of the Following Patients Should Receive the Zostavax® Vaccine