Questions and Answers
Which vaccine is given at birth?
At what age is the Hepatitis B vaccine (HBV) first administered?
What is the vaccine for Meningitis caused by pneumococci?
What does OPV stand for?
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Which vaccine is administered at 6 months?
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The DT vaccine is only given once during childhood.
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At ____ months, the first dose of the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) is given.
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Study Notes
National Immunization Schedule
- The schedule encompasses various age groups, ensuring comprehensive vaccination coverage.
At Birth
- DT (Diphtheria-Tetanus): Initial vaccine administered to protect against diphtheria and tetanus.
- Tetanus and Ketanus Vaccination: Additional booster for enhanced immunity.
Two Months
- DT Vaccine: Follow-up dose to maintain immunity against diphtheria and tetanus.
- Hepatitis B (HBV): First of multiple doses to prevent infection from the Hepatitis B virus.
Four Months
- DT Vaccine: Continued series to strengthen protection against diphtheria and tetanus.
- Hepatitis B (HBV): Additional doses to ensure adequate immunity against Hepatitis B.
- Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV): Targeting infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Six Months
- DT Vaccine: Ongoing booster doses for diphtheria and tetanus immunity.
- Hepatitis B (HBV): Further doses to solidify protection against Hepatitis B.
- Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV): Continued protection against pneumococcal infections.
- Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV): Administered to prevent polio infection, following recommendations for enhanced immunity.
Nine Months
- DT Vaccine: Final dose in the series to ensure strong defense against diphtheria and tetanus.
- Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV): Reinforcement of polio immunity and extension of vaccine coverage.
Summary
- The national vaccination program is designed to provide critical immunization at key developmental stages, aiming to protect children from serious infectious diseases.
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This quiz provides an overview of the National Immunization Schedule, detailing the vaccination process for various age groups. It covers vaccines administered at birth, two months, four months, and six months, highlighting the importance of each vaccine in preventing infectious diseases. Test your knowledge on immunization strategies and vaccination protocols!
