diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis Flashcards
1
Q
AKA
A
DTaP, lock jaw
2
Q
Brand?
A
tenevac
3
Q
Needle size?
A
22-25g 1 in
4
Q
Dose, series
A
0.5mL 0, 10yrs
5
Q
Route?
A
IM
6
Q
Injection site side effects
A
redness, swelling, itchiness
7
Q
Symptoms if infected
A
jaw spasms, difficulty swallowing and chewing, muscle spasms
8
Q
what organs does it affect?
A
respiratory tract, nervous system, muscular system
9
Q
how is it spread?
A
bacteria entering the wound, rusty nails, animal poop that contains the bacteria
