Kyle, age 5, will be receiving several vaccines. Which tetanus-containing vaccine is appropriate for him?

The appropriate tetanus-containing vaccine for Kyle, who is 5 years old, is the fifth dose of DTaP. The DTaP vaccine is specifically designed for children under the age of 7 and is administered in a series of five doses, typically given at ages 2, 4, 6, 15-18 months, and finally at 4-6 years. At the age of 5, Kyle would be due for his fifth and final dose of this series, which provides protection against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis.

After the complete DTaP series, children will typically receive the Td (tetanus-diphtheria) booster vaccine starting at age 11, but until then, the DTaP is the standard vaccine for younger children. Administering DTaP ensures that he maintains immunity as he grows.

Other options aren't suitable at this time. A one-time dose of Tdap is generally recommended for older children, adolescents, and adults as a booster and is not appropriate for a 5-year-old who is completing the DTaP series. The Td booster is intended for older individuals as well, generally starting after the DTaP series is completed. Lastly