Influenza Vaccination

Question 1

Pharmacology and presentation of Influenza Vaccination?

Answer 1

Normally Injected (Pre-filled syringe) 0.5 – 1ml

Inactivated split virus vaccines for the prevention of predicted southern hemisphere influenza virus types A and B - varies seasonally

Question 2

Indicators of Influenza Vaccination?

Answer 2

• For prevention of seasonal or targeted influenza
• Administration as directed by NT Health Communicable Diseases

Question 3

Contraindications of Influenza Vaccination?

• A FIG

Answer 3

• Known allergy to influenza vaccine or its components
• Known allergy to eggs or egg products
• Current febrile illness with temperature >38.5°C
• History of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (immune system attack PNS).

Question 4

Cautions of Influenza Vaccination?

Answer 4

• Latex allergy or sensitivity.

Question 5

Side Effects of Influenza Vaccination?

• HM MAD

Answer 5

• Discomfort, redness or swelling at injection site
• Headache
• Malaise
• Mild fever
• Allergic reaction.

Question 6

Dosing Regimes of Influenza Vaccination?

Answer 6

• Single dose IM, as per manufactures direction

Question 7

Onset and duration of Influenza Vaccination?

Answer 7

• Onset = Variable
• Duration = up to 100 days

Question 8

Notes for Influenza Vaccination

Answer 8

• Vaccine should be stored in cool pack as per manufactures direction
• Adrenaline must be available when administering
• Must be observed for 15 mins post vaccine, by paramedic