Which of the following is the correct way to write the date in the American format?

Choice A reason: Fifth disease is a viral infection that causes a rash on the face and body. It is also known as erythema infectiosum or slapped cheek syndrome. It is not the same as pertussis.

Choice B reason: Whooping cough is a bacterial infection that causes severe coughing spells that end with a whooping sound. It is also known as pertussis or the 100-day cough. It is the correct common name for the disease.

Choice C reason: Chickenpox is a viral infection that causes an itchy rash with blisters. It is also known as varicella. It is not the same as pertussis.

Choice D reason: Mumps is a viral infection that causes swelling of the salivary glands. It is also known as parotitis. It is not the same as pertussis.

Choice A reason: This is a contraindication for the MMR immunization, which is a live attenuated vaccine. A child who has a congenital immunodeficiency may not be able to mount an adequate immune response to the vaccine and may be at risk of developing the diseases from the vaccine.

Choice B reason: This is not a contraindication for the MMR immunization. A mild fever after a previous immunization is not a sign of an allergic reaction or a serious adverse effect. The child can still receive the MMR immunization as long as they do not have a moderate or severe illness.

Choice C reason: This is not a contraindication for the MMR immunization. Taking antibiotics for otitis media does not interfere with the effectiveness or safety of the vaccine. The child can still receive the MMR immunization as long as they do not have a moderate or severe illness.

Choice D reason: This is not a contraindication for the MMR immunization. A mild cough and a low-grade fever are not signs of a moderate or severe illness that would prevent the child from receiving the vaccine. The child can still receive the MMR immunization as long as they do not have any other contraindications.