Question

Mother became sick with the flu virus. Her neighbor suggested that a vaccine could be used to fight the flu virus. Which is the MOST appropriate evaluation of the neighbor's suggestion?

a. The neighbor is correct; vaccines can be used to treat most viral infections.
b. The neighbor is incorrect; vaccines can be used to prevent flu infections but not treat the infection.
c. The neighbor is incorrect; antibiotics are a better treatment for the flu.
d. The neighbor is correct; however, vaccines for the flu are not effective.

Answer 1

b. The neighbor is incorrect; vaccines can be used to prevent flu infections but not treat the infection.