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Which of the following is NOT a vaccine recommended/required for dental healthcare personnel (i.e., it is a screening test, not a vaccine)?
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Correct answer: A. Tuberculosis (TB)
- A. Correct (the exception). TB is screened for with a skin test/IGRA — it is NOT a routine vaccine for U.S. dental personnel (BCG is not used routinely). The others are recommended vaccinations.
- B. MMR is a recommended vaccine for healthcare personnel.
- C. Hepatitis B is a required/recommended vaccine for dental personnel (occupational bloodborne exposure).
- D. Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for healthcare personnel.
Note: Source listed options MMR / TB / HepB / HPV; the clear 'not a vaccine' answer is TB (a screening test).
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