Preventative Health Programs + Vaccinations Flashcards
Infectious vaccines CAN infect cells, but cannot cause _________
Disease
Limitations of non infectious vaccines
decreased antigen
adjuvant may be needed
Feline vaccines must be given at specific sites with what other regard in mind
As distally as possible bc they may cause tumors
Which vaccine type has a faster onset?
(infectious or non-infectious)
Noninfectious has a faster onset.
(infectious has a slower onset)
ALWAYS record the __________ of vaccines given, and the route (1 of 3)
Location (Site)
SQ IM Intranasal
Which vaccine type has a greater duration (lasts longer)? (Infectious or noninfectious)
Infectious vaccines have a longer duration.
What is the duration of a vaccine in a puppy or kitten?
6 to 12 weeks
What is the duration of a vaccine in an adult animal?
1 year or more (depending on the vaccine)
Core vaccines are recommended for all animals of a particular species. Which diseases are included in core vaccines?
- Highly contagious
- Ubiquitous
Noncore Vaccines are given to which animals?
Only those at risk for a particular disease.