a. Penatacel is a combination vaccine that covers Diptheria, haemophilus, influenza B, pertussis, polio, tetanus for infants 2 months old
b. Pediarix covers diphtheria, hep B., pertussis, polio, tetanus for ages 6 wk to 6 years
c. Kinrix is for ages 4 to 6 and is not recommended
D. Proquad is also a combination vaccine however is not recommended at this point because the child is too young.
2. By what route and site should the vaccines be given? (See Table Below)
-Pentacel is a vaccine that is delivered through a shot, additionally, the pneuococcal and Hep B. are also delivered through a shot. Fortunately, the rotovirus vaccine can be given orally.
3. How would you answer the parents' question, “Are so many shots really needed?” …show more content…
Yes, these many shots are recommended. The reason for this is because it helps prevent a lot of complications while the child is still growing. At this point your child has a very weak immune system it is in their best interest to boost the system while they are wrong. Your baby is going to be introduced to a lot of different diseases as they enter into public spaces. These shots can prevent some diseases.
b. Another major concern that has been autism. However, there has been no established link between autism and vaccines. The result that has been associated with that link has been totally disproven.
4. What information about vaccines should be given prior to vaccination? Are any patient education resources available to address their concern about too many shots?
(What all the vaccines prevent, any risks, find resources)
b. Many of the diseases that these vaccines prevent are serious and could lead to major health complications and even hospitalizations. http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/protecting-children/months-1-2.html c. Additionally, a young child’s immune system is at its weakest point when they have not yet received their vaccine. As our community continues to globalize the spread of disease can also increase in speed. IT is important to stay ahead of the curve in case of an
b. Pediarix covers diphtheria, hep B., pertussis, polio, tetanus for ages 6 wk to 6 years
c. Kinrix is for ages 4 to 6 and is not recommended
D. Proquad is also a combination vaccine however is not recommended at this point because the child is too young.
2. By what route and site should the vaccines be given? (See Table Below)
-Pentacel is a vaccine that is delivered through a shot, additionally, the pneuococcal and Hep B. are also delivered through a shot. Fortunately, the rotovirus vaccine can be given orally.
3. How would you answer the parents' question, “Are so many shots really needed?” …show more content…
Yes, these many shots are recommended. The reason for this is because it helps prevent a lot of complications while the child is still growing. At this point your child has a very weak immune system it is in their best interest to boost the system while they are wrong. Your baby is going to be introduced to a lot of different diseases as they enter into public spaces. These shots can prevent some diseases.
b. Another major concern that has been autism. However, there has been no established link between autism and vaccines. The result that has been associated with that link has been totally disproven.
4. What information about vaccines should be given prior to vaccination? Are any patient education resources available to address their concern about too many shots?
(What all the vaccines prevent, any risks, find resources)
b. Many of the diseases that these vaccines prevent are serious and could lead to major health complications and even hospitalizations. http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/protecting-children/months-1-2.html c. Additionally, a young child’s immune system is at its weakest point when they have not yet received their vaccine. As our community continues to globalize the spread of disease can also increase in speed. IT is important to stay ahead of the curve in case of an