Vaccines Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of immunizations?
To prevent infectious diseases by inducing immunity.
True or False: Vaccines can only be administered to children.
False.
Fill in the blank: The ________ vaccine is given to prevent hepatitis B.
HepB
What are the two main types of vaccines?
Live attenuated vaccines and inactivated vaccines.
Which vaccine is recommended annually for protection against influenza?
Influenza vaccine.
What is the recommended schedule for the MMR vaccine?
Administered in two doses: first at 12-15 months and second at 4-6 years.
True or False: Contraindications for vaccines may include severe allergic reactions.
True.
What does the acronym Tdap stand for?
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis vaccine.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a live attenuated vaccine? A) HPV B) MMR C) IPV
B) MMR
What is the role of a nurse in administering vaccines?
To assess the patient, educate about the vaccine, and administer the vaccine safely.
Fill in the blank: The ________ vaccine is given to protect against pneumococcal disease.
PCV
True or False: Immunizations can only be given in a clinical setting.
False.
What is herd immunity?
When a significant portion of a population becomes immune to a disease, reducing its spread.
What is the recommended age for the first dose of the DTaP vaccine?
2 months.
Multiple Choice: Which vaccine is contraindicated in pregnant women? A) Influenza B) MMR C) Tdap
B) MMR
What is the minimum interval between doses of the same vaccine?
It varies by vaccine; check specific guidelines.
Fill in the blank: The ________ vaccine is administered to prevent cervical cancer.
HPV
True or False: Vaccines can cause the diseases they are meant to prevent.
False, except in very rare cases with live vaccines.
What is the function of adjuvants in vaccines?
To enhance the immune response.
What is the recommended schedule for the varicella vaccine?
Two doses: first at 12-15 months and second at 4-6 years.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following vaccines is given to prevent meningitis? A) Hib B) IPV C) Tdap
A) Hib
What is a common side effect of vaccinations?
Mild fever and soreness at the injection site.
Fill in the blank: The ________ vaccine is important for travelers to certain countries.
Yellow fever
True or False: All vaccines are safe for all individuals.
False.
What is the purpose of a vaccination registry?
To keep track of vaccinations received by individuals.
What is the recommended interval for the HPV vaccine doses?
Two doses are given 6-12 months apart.
According to the CDC 2025 what vaccine is given at 2 months of age?
DTaP, Polio, PCV, Hib, RV
What does the HIB vaccine protect against?
Haemophilus influenzae type b
What does the PCV vaccine protect against?
The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) protects against pneumococcal disease, a group of infections caused by the Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterium.
The PCV vaccine should or should not be given to a child under the age of two years?
Should Not
