Immunizations- 22 Flashcards
immunization side effects
may cause mild fever, or soreness and redness at the injection site
vaccine information statement (VIS)
explains the purpose of the vaccine, possible side effects, and how to care for the child
hepatitis B vaccine
before age 2 years: at birth, at 1 to 2 months of age, and at 9 to 12 months of age.
If the mother is positive for hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)
0.5 mL of hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIG) is also given.
Hepatitis A
given to all children 12 months and older.
Two doses are given, at least 6 to 18 months apart.
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis/DT
Four doses are given for infants and toddlers: at 2, 4, 6, and 15 to 18 months.
A final dose in the series is given between age 4 and 6 years.
may cause irritability, loss of appetite, and localized swelling and tenderness at the injection site. Seizures are a rare side effect
Haemophilus influenzae Type B
The Hib vaccine is given in a series of four doses: at 2, 4, 6, and 12 to 15 months
Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) is a bacterium that causes infection in various parts of the body.
Rotavirus
Three doses of RotaTeq vaccination are given orally at 2, 4, and 6 months.
If Rotarix is given at 2 and 4 months, no additional doses are given.
The series is not started if the infant is more than 14 weeks and 6 days.
Pneumococcal (PCV13 and PPSV23)
Four doses of PCV13 are given in the series: at 2, 4, 6, and 12 to 15 months.
recommended for children younger than 5 years to protect against Streptococcus pneumoniae
protects children from meningitis, otitis media, and other infections.
Inactivated Poliovirus
four doses: at 2, 4, and 6 to 18 months, and 4 to 6 years.
Influenza
6 months to 18 years should receive an influenza immunization annually.
8 years of age who are receiving their first influenza immunization need two doses, at least 4 weeks apart.
Caution should be used in those allergic to eggs or egg products, or those who have moderate to severe acute illness.
Measles, Mumps, Rubella
The minimum age for receiving this immunization is 12 months.
The second dose is generally given at 4 to 6 years of age
may experience maculopapular rash, fever, swollen cheeks, and mild joint pain after receiving the MMR vaccine.
contradicted in immunocompromised
Varicella (Varivax)
minimum age for receiving this immunization is 12 months
The second dose is generally given at 4 to 6 years of age but may be given before age 4 years if at least 3 months have lapsed since the first dose.
side effects include erythema and soreness at the injection site. A few people may experience a varicella-type rash at the injection site.
Meningococcal (Menactra or Menveo)
given at 11 to 12 years of age with a booster at 16 years of age.
Meningococcal conjugate ACWY is given to children who are 2 to 18 years of age and are at high risk due to asplenia, immunodeficiency disorders, or HIV, or who live in or travel to a country where meningococcal disease is an epidemic
Meningococcal Serogroup B Vaccine (MenB-FHbp or MenB-4C)
recommended for individuals at age 10 and at age 25 years who are at risk for meningitis serogroup B.
The vaccine can also be given to healthy individuals 16 to 23 years of age for short-term protection against the most common strains of meningococcal disease.
