Question

A pregnant patient at 30 weeks' gestation asks about pertussis protection for her baby. What is the recommended approach?

Accepted Answer

Tdap during each pregnancy at 27-36 weeks' gestation

Answer

Tdap at first prenatal visit only if no prior record

Answer

Tdap postpartum within 24 hours

Answer

No Tdap if vaccinated within the past 10 years

Answer

Td only during pregnancy and Tdap postpartum

Practice question

A pregnant patient at 30 weeks' gestation asks about pertussis protection for her baby. What is the recommended approach?