measles, mumps, rubella Flashcards
1
Q
AKA
A
MMR
2
Q
brand
A
piorix
3
Q
needle size
A
23-25g 5/8in
4
Q
dose and series
A
0.5mL one dose
5
Q
route
A
subcut
6
Q
side effects on injection site
A
redness, soreness, swelling
7
Q
symptoms if infected
A
measles: small red dots
rubella: rash on face and joint pain
mumps: swollen salivary glands
8
Q
what organ does it affect?
A
liver, skin, lungs
9
Q
important notes
A
severe symptoms in infants if mother is pregnant
10
Q
how is it spread?
A
airborne, or through touching nasal or throat secretions
