Multiple choice

A live attenuated viral vaccine can be given to _________.

  1. patients treated with steroids

  2. pregnant women

  3. patients with leukemia

  4. patients treated with radiotherapy

  5. children under 8 years of age
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Live attenuated organisms can be safely administered to children under 8 years of age, so long as they are not immunodeficient. Attenuated vaccines for poliomyelitis (Sabin), measles and rubella have gained general acceptance and are routinely given to babies and infants.

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