During evaluation of a patient at an outpatient clinic,the nurse determines that administration of hepatitis B vaccine has been effective when a specimen of the patient's blood reveals which of the following results?

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The presence of Anti-HBs (antibody to hepatitis B surface antigen) indicates that the patient has developed immunity to hepatitis B virus, either through vaccination or natural infection. HBsAg, Anti-HBcAg, and Anti-HBc IgM are not indicative of successful vaccination, but rather suggest active infection or previous exposure to the virus.

During Evaluation of a Patient at an Outpatient Clinic,the Nurse