Mrs. Stevens is an 80-year-old woman who has recently moved into a long term care facility. She has congestive heart failure and osteoarthritis. She is in general good health but has mobility issues and requires assistance with her care. She has no known allergies. In the past, she has been hesitant to receive immunizations stating she doesn’t like needles and she never has gotten the flu before. 1.Based on her age and living conditions what vaccinations would be recommended for this resident?
Mrs. Stevens is an 80-year-old woman who has recently moved into a long term care facility. She has congestive heart failure and osteoarthritis. She is in general good health but has mobility issues and requires assistance with her care. She has no known allergies. In the past, she has been hesitant to receive immunizations stating she doesn’t like needles and she never has gotten the flu before. 1.Based on her age and living conditions what vaccinations would be recommended for this resident?
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Mrs. Stevens is an 80-year-old woman who has recently moved into a long term care facility. She has congestive heart failure and osteoarthritis. She is in general good health but has mobility issues and requires assistance with her care. She has no known allergies. In the past, she has been hesitant to receive immunizations stating she doesn’t like needles and she never has gotten the flu before.
1.Based on her age and living conditions what vaccinations would be recommended for this resident?
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