Vaccinations Flashcards
1
Q
What does the 6 in 1 vaccine protect against?
A
Diphtheria,
tetanus,
whooping cough, polio,
HIB,
hepatitis B
2
Q
Give an example of a live attenuated vaccine
A
MMR
measles,
mumps,
rubella
3
Q
Why is it important to vaccinate against rubella?
A
Rubella can cause a miscarriage or serious birth defects in an unborn baby if a woman is infected whilst she’s pregnant
4
Q
When should children be given the HPV vaccine?
A
12-13
5
Q
When is the MMR vaccine given?
A
At 1 year and at 3 years and 4 months
