Which statement is true regarding vaccine administration during pregnancy?

The statement regarding vaccine administration during pregnancy that is true is that pregnant providers may administer live vaccines. This is based on current guidelines that indicate healthcare professionals who are pregnant should avoid receiving live vaccines themselves, but they are still allowed to administer these vaccines to others. This is an important distinction as the health of the healthcare provider does not affect the ability to safely provide immunizations to patients.

In contrast, while many vaccines are safe during pregnancy, especially in the later stages or in specific circumstances, certain live vaccines are contraindicated in pregnant individuals themselves due to potential risks to the fetus. However, the act of administering live vaccines to patients remains permissible for pregnant healthcare workers.

The other statements are not accurate as follows: While some vaccines are indeed avoided during the first trimester, not all vaccines are contraindicated at this stage; Tdap is not recommended specifically during the first trimester, but rather between 27 and 36 weeks of gestation to maximize passive immunity for the infant; and while caution is advised with administering live vaccines to caregivers, it is not universally prohibited for children to receive them if their caregiver is pregnant—context and specific vaccine guidelines play a significant role in these decisions, based on factors such as the type of vaccine and overall health considerations.