Practice Question
A patient asks the healthcare provider about the benefits of receiving the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Which statement is the most
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Correct Answer:
The HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer.
Rationale:
✨ The HPV vaccine protects against high-risk strains of human papillomavirus linked to cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers.
✨ It is most effective when administered before the onset of sexual activity, ideally between ages 9–12.
✨ The vaccine targets the types of HPV most commonly associated with cancer and genital warts, including types 16 and 18.
✨ Nurses should emphasize that the vaccine does not eliminate the need for Pap smears, as it doesn’t protect against all HPV types.
✨ Promoting vaccination is a key strategy in cancer prevention and public health efforts.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
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