Immunization Contraindications & Guidelines

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Which condition is generally not a contraindication for receiving immunizations?

Severe illness
Egg allergy
Mild illness (correct)
Immunocompromised state

Which vaccine is contraindicated for pregnant individuals?

Hepatitis B
Tetanus
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) (correct)
Influenza (injectable)

What is a contraindication for receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine?

Shellfish allergy
Asthma
Yeast allergy (correct)
Rotavirus

The influenza nasal spray vaccine is typically not recommended for children with what condition?

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Individuals with which of the following conditions should typically not receive the influenza vaccine?

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Immunization Contraindications

Eggs, shellfish, immunocompromised status and severe illness.

Pregnancy and Live Vaccines

Live vaccines are generally not safe during pregnancy.

Asthma and Flu Nasal Spray

People with asthma shouldn't receive the nasal spray flu vaccine.

HepB Vaccine Cautions

A yeast allergy or previous reaction to the vaccine are contraindications.

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HIV and Influenza Vaccine

Individuals with HIV should not receive the influenza vaccine.

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Study Notes

Certain conditions may warrant delaying or avoiding specific immunizations.
Mild illnesses do not prevent vaccination.
Egg or shellfish allergies, being immunocompromised, pregnancy, and medical conditions such as rotavirus or asthma are reasons to be cautious.
A current fever is a reason to postpone vaccination.
The influenza nasal spray is not suitable for children with asthma.
Pregnant women should not receive live vaccines.
Live vaccines to be avoided during pregnancy include HPV, rotavirus, Varicella, and MMR.
Contraindications for the Hepatitis B vaccine include an allergy to yeast or a previous reaction to the vaccine.
The influenza vaccine should not to be administered to individuals with HIV.

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Certain conditions require caution with immunizations. These include allergies, being immunocompromised, and pregnancy. Mild illnesses do not prevent vaccination. A current fever is a reason to postpone vaccination.