Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Exam Prep

Category - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

The HPV vaccine (Gardasil 9) is indicated for:
  1. All children and adults aged 9-26
  2. Boys and men aged 9-26
  3. Girls and women aged 9-26
  4. All children and adults aged 3-90
Explanation

Answer: A - The HPV vaccine is indicated for all children and adults aged 9-26. Though HPV vaccine was initially approved only for use in girls and women, its use was eventually expanded to include an indication for boys and men as well.

Gardasil is a vaccine that protects against certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a virus that can cause certain types of cancer and other diseases. Gardasil is given in a series of three injections over a six-month period. It is recommended for both males and females, and is most effective when given before an individual becomes sexually active.

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