Question

A 72-year-old woman with T2D asks about hepatitis B vaccination. She has never been vaccinated. Which is true for adult HBV vaccination?

Accepted Answer

Universal adult vaccination up to age 59; ≥60 years based on risk/shared decision-making

Answer

Only high-risk groups are vaccinated; not indicated for diabetes

Answer

Vaccinate only if HBsAg positive

Answer

Only postexposure prophylaxis is recommended

Answer

HBV vaccine is contraindicated with diabetes medications

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman with T2D asks about hepatitis B vaccination. She has never been vaccinated. Which is true for adult HBV vaccination?