A 33-year-old pregnant nurse at 20 weeks gestation asks about COVID-19 vaccination. She has not yet been vaccinated and is concerned about fetal harm....

Question

A 33-year-old pregnant nurse at 20 weeks gestation asks about COVID-19 vaccination. She has not yet been vaccinated and is concerned about fetal harm. What is the most appropriate counselling?

Accepted Answer

Recommend mRNA COVID-19 vaccination now, explaining that it is safe and reduces maternal and fetal complications

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Advise against vaccination during pregnancy

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Delay vaccination until after delivery

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Offer only a single reduced-dose vaccine

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Advise natural infection for better immunity

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy

A 33-year-old pregnant nurse at 20 weeks gestation asks about COVID-19 vaccination. She has not yet been vaccinated and is concerned about fetal harm. What is the most appropriate counselling?