A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the varicella vaccine with the guardian of a toddler.
Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

Choice A rationale:

Mixing insulin lispro and insulin glargine in the same syringe is not recommended. Insulin glargine has a different pH and mixing it with other insulins could affect its action.

Choice B rationale:

Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin that is typically given once a day. It provides a steady level of insulin over a 24-hour period.

Choice C rationale:

Shaking insulin vials is not recommended as it can lead to inaccurate dosing. Instead, insulin vials should be gently rolled between the hands to ensure proper mixing.

Choice D rationale:

Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin and should be taken right before a meal. This helps to control the blood glucose spike that occurs after eating.

Choice A rationale:

The first dose of the varicella vaccine is usually given when the child is between 12 to 15 months old, not after 3 years.

Choice B rationale:

Aspirin should not be given to children due to the risk of Reye’s syndrome. This syndrome is a rare but serious condition that causes swelling in the liver and brain.

Choice C rationale:

The varicella vaccine should be avoided in children who have leukemia or any other condition that weakens the immune system.

Choice D rationale:

The varicella vaccine is not contraindicated for children who are allergic to eggs. It’s some other vaccines like influenza that have this restriction.