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A 75-year-old client tells you their 2-month-old grandson is in the hospital with a severe RSV infection. You ask them if they have been vaccinated against RSV and they say, “No. I figure it’s mostly to protect babies. It isn’t nearly as important for adults.” Of the following, which would be the best way to counsel your client about RSV vaccination? *
“That’s true, and it isn’t even RSV season yet. But you might want to bring it up at your next doctor’s appointment.”
“Well, the vaccines are mostly for babies and pregnant women, but you should consider it.”
“RSV is most dangerous in older adults, and it’s recommended that all adults 75 and older get vaccinated”
“RSV can be very harmful in older adults, and I hear those new RSV antibodies that can be given are really safe. Ask your pharmacist or PCP the next time you see them.”

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“RSV is most dangerous in older adults, and it’s recommended that all adults 75 and older get vaccinated” — is the best choice.

Why: it directly corrects the misconception, highlights the increased risk in older adults, and gives a clear recommendation to act. (Note: current CDC/ACIP guidance actually recommends RSV vaccination for older adults beginning at age 60, so you should advise the patient to discuss RSV vaccination with their PCP or pharmacist and arrange vaccination as appropriate.)