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A nurse is providing health education to a pregnant client in her third trimester. Which immunization is most crucial for the nurse to emphasize for the client to receive during this pregnancy?

A Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
B Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)
C Varicella (Chickenpox)
D Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Tdap is recommended during each pregnancy, preferably between 27 and 36 weeks' gestation, to protect the newborn from pertussis (whooping cough) through passive immunity.

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