influenza Flashcards
1
Q
AKA
A
flu shot
2
Q
brand?
A
fluzone
3
Q
needle size?
A
22-25g 1in
4
Q
dose
A
0.5mL one dose annually
5
Q
route
A
IM
6
Q
side effects on injection site
A
redness soreness itchiness
7
Q
symptoms if infected
A
fever, cough, body aches, fatigue
8
Q
what organ does it affect?
A
respiratory tract
9
Q
important notes
A
the vaccine is from eggs. if there is an egg allergy, you need the inactivated version. the flu comes from birds
10
Q
how is it spread
A
airborne through coughing, sneezing, talking. touching surfaces with flu on it, then touching eyes, nose, mouth
