01 Oct A client receiving an influenza vaccine (flu shot) asks when the immunization will be effective.
Question 1 A client receiving an influenza vaccine (flu shot) asks when the immunization will be effective. The nurse responds, knowing that the levels of immunoglobulin M (IgM) are high enough to provide an effective immune response within what time frame? (Select all that apply.)
24 hours
48 hours
14 days
10 days
7 days
Immediately
Question 2 An elderly client is concerned about influenza. The nurse understands that which immune system changes increase the older adult’s chances of becoming ill? (Select all that apply.)
Decreased levels of circulating antibodies
Dminished T cell function
Increased thymic hormone production
Reduced antibody response
