Vaccines Flashcards
1
Q
What is active immunity?
A
When the body recognizes a foreign protein and begins producing antibodies to react with it
2
Q
Define passive immunity
A
Occurs when performed antibodies are injected into the system and react with specific antigens
3
Q
Vaccine contraindications include?
A
- In the presence of immune deficiency
- During pregnancy
- Known allergies to components of vaccine
- Patients who have received blood or blood products within the last 3 months
- Febrile convulsions or cerebral injury
4
Q
What are the adverse effects of vaccines?
A
Fever, rash, malaise, chills, drowsiness, anorexia, vomiting, irritability, fretfulness, pain, redness, or swelling at injection site
5
Q
Which vaccines do adults receive?
A
Influenza, shingles, and pneumococcal
