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When is the MMR given?
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12-15 months, repeated at 4-6 years
(or by 11-12 years) |
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Who is the MMR contraindicated for?
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those with a history of anaphlyactic reaction to neomycin or eggs, altered immunodeficiency, and pregnant women.
*it CAN be given to those with HIV and breast feeding women |
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What are possible side effects of the MMR?
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a light, transient rash for 2 weeks
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When is the DTAP given?
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beginning at 2 months, administer 3 doses at 2 month intervals.
boosters given at 15-18 months, and at 4-6 years |
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What are contraindications to the pertussis vaccine in the DTAP?
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encephalopathy within seven days of the previous dose of DTAP, history of seizures, neurologic symptoms after receiving the vaccine, or systemic allergic reactions to the vaccine
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What parent teaching should be given regarding the DTAP?
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parents should be instructed to begin acetominophen administration after the immunization.
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When is the polio vaccine given?
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Two doses at 2 and 4 months of age, with boosters given at 6 to 18 months, and at 4-6 years
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Who is the polio vaccine contraindicated for?
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those with a history of anaphylactic reaction to neomycin or streptomycin
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What does the HIB vaccine protect against?
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it offers protection against bacteria that cause serious illness (epiglottitis, bacterial meningitis, septic arthritis) in small children and those with chronic illnesses such as sickle cell anemia
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What are the contraindications to the HIB vaccine?
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none
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When is the Hep B vaccine given?
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at birth
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Who is the Hep B contraindicated for?
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persons with anaphylactic reaction to common bakers yeast
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When is the varicella vaccine given?
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12-18 months of age
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What are the rules with the MMR and varicella?
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Either give together, or they must be given more than 30 days apart
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Can varicella vaccine be given to HIV chidlren?
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yes, but only if they are asymptomatic
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Following immunization, what teaching should the nurse provide to the parents?
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1. irritability, fever, redness and soreness at the injection site are normal side effects of DTAP and IPV vaccines
2. call health care provider if seizures, high fever, or high pitched crying occurs 3. a warm washcloth on the thigh injection site and bicycling of the lgs with each diaper change decreases soreness 4. tylenol is administered orally every 4-6 hours after vaccines |
