The nurse is preparing a Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) immunization for the 2-month-old patient. The baby’s mother states, “I recently read the influenza vaccine isn’t given until at least a year. Are you sure he should be getting this now?” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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