3 year old sister of a neonate is suffering from pertussis, which has been documented by isolation and culture of the organism. Most appropriate statement regarding this clinical situation is

A. If mother received pertussis vaccine, the neonate is protected

B. Hyperimmune globulin is indicated for the neonate

C. Erythromycin prophylaxis is indicated in the neonate

D. DPT vaccine is recommended for the elder child

Correct Answer: Erythromycin prophylaxis is indicated in the neonate

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