A client, who is at risk for pneumonia, has been ordered influenza vaccine. Which statement from the nurse best explains the rationale for this vaccine?
a) "Getting the flu can complicate pneumonia."
b) "Influenza vaccine will prevent typical pneumonias."
c) "Influenza is the major cause of death in the United States."
d) "Viruses, like influenza, are the most common cause of pneumonia."
Answer: d) "Viruses, like influenza, are the most common cause of pneumonia."
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