HESI 0B – MATERNITY V1

HESI 0B – MATERNITY V1.1. A 3-day postpartum client, who is not immune to rubella, is to receive the vaccine at discharge. Which of the following must the nurse include in her discharge teaching regarding the vaccine? a) The woman should not become pregnant for at least 4 weeks. b) The woman should pump and dump her breast milk for 1 week. c) The mother must wear a surgical mask when she cares for the baby. d) Passive antibodies transported across the placenta will protect the baby. 208 MATERNAL AND NEWBORN SUCCESS 2. A 3-day-postpartum client questions why she is to receive the rubella vaccine before leaving the hospital. Which of the following rationales should guide the nurse’s response? a) The client’s obstetric status is optimal for receiving the vaccine. b) The client’s immune system is highly responsive during the postpartum period. c) The client’s baby will be high risk for acquiring rubella if the woman does not receive the vaccine. d) The client’s insurance company will pay for the shot if it is given during the immediate postpartum period.