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Zoster vaccine (Zostavax) is:
- A. A live varicella zoster vaccine from the same strain used to develop the varicella vaccine
- B. Effective in preventing varicella zoster in patients of all ages
- C. Recommended for patients age 40 to 80 who have had chickenpox
- D. Administered at the same time as other live vaccines, as long as they are given the same day
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Zostavax is a live vaccine from the varicella strain, for adults 50+ (not all ages, B, or 40-80, C); timing with other vaccines has restrictions.
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- D. Increased dopamine leads to more activity
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