Vaccinations Flashcards
What is a vaccine?
A vaccine is a suspension of dead, weakened, or fragmented micro-organisms or their toxins that stimulates the production of antibodies by lymphocytes.
What is the process of giving a vaccine called?
The process of giving a vaccine is called vaccination or immunization. It can be administered by injection or orally (by mouth) to prevent disease.
What is the benefit of receiving a vaccine?
Vaccines stimulate the production of antibodies, which stay in the blood and provide long-lasting protection against disease.
What type of immunity is provided by vaccination?
Vaccination provides artificially acquired active immunity.
What diseases are children usually vaccinated against?
Children are usually vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella.
