Pregnancy

Question 1

Which vaccinations should women obtain during pregnancy?

Answer 1

Influenza

Pertussis (whooping cough)

Question 2

During which pregnancy trimester(s) can the influenza vaccination be given?

Answer 2

During any trimester ie any of the 3

Question 3

During which trimester can the pertussis vaccination be given?

Answer 3

The 2nd and 3rd

Question 4

What is the rate of hospitalisation for influenza complications for pregnant women in New Zealand, compared with non-pregnant women?

Answer 4

Five times the rate.

Question 5

What are some of the pregnancy complications caused by influenza during pregnancy?

Answer 5

Premature birth
Stillbirth
Small for gestational age

Hospitalisation for influenza complications (5x)

Question 6

What is the immunological result for a baby when a mother is vaccinated?

Answer 6

A baby can develop immunity via the mother’s antibodies.

A newborn is less likely to develop influenza.

Question 7

What is the trade name for DTaP?

Answer 7

Boostrix

Question 8

If a mother receives DTaP in pregnancy, should a baby be immunised with DTaP as outlined in the Immunisation Schedule?

Answer 8

Yes. DTaP protection via maternal vaccinations is temporary.

Question 9

What two ways is a foetus protected from Pertussis if a mother is immunised with Boostrix?

Answer 9

1) Transit of mother’s antibodies across the placenta.

2) Mother is protected from catching Pertussis and passing it to her baby.