Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old child. The child's provider has ordered a diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) vaccine to be administered. Which of the following should cause the nurse to question the administration of this vaccine?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
A high fever following a previous dose of DTaP may indicate a severe reaction.