Nursing Management in Immunization Quiz
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What is the main purpose of immunization according to the text?

  • To develop passive immunity without challenging the immune system
  • To discuss nursing management in immunization
  • To protect infants from diseases and lower morbidity rates (correct)
  • To introduce live, killed, or partial components of bacteria or virus

    • Which type of immunization provides immediate protection against acute infections like tetanus and measles?

  • Developing resistance against diseases by producing antibodies
  • Active immunization
  • Passive immunization (correct)
  • Injecting prepared antibodies using serum from humans or animals

    • What is the main difference between passive and active immunization?

  • Active immunization is produced without challenging the immune system of the body. (correct)
  • Active immunization provides immediate protection against acute infections.
  • Passive immunization involves developing resistance against diseases by producing antibodies.
  • Passive immunization activates the immune system of the body.

    • What does active immunization involve?

    <p>Developing resistance against diseases by producing antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy does immunization provide for child survival?

    <p>Lowering morbidity and mortality rates in children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of passive immunization?

    <p>Producing immunity without challenging the immune system of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is active natural immunization?

    <p>It involves activating the immune system in the body to produce antibodies against microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is artificial active immunization?

    <p>It is achieved by the administration of vaccines or toxoids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is herd immunity?

    <p>It is a type of immunity that occurs when the vaccination of a portion of the population provides protection to unprotected individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vaccine?

    <p>It is a substance introduced into the body to prevent the disease produced by certain pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a combined vaccine?

    <p>A vaccine that contains multiple immunizing agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What diseases are included in the government funded vaccines in Malaysia?

    <p>Tuberculosis, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis B, Measles, Rubella, Mumps, H. influenza b, Pneumococcal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disease does Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) cause?

    <p>Infection of the lungs (pneumonia), airway and covering of the brain (meningitis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "This bacterium causes blockage of the airway and pneumonia." Which disease is being described?

    <p><strong>Diphtheria</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    "This virus causes infection of the brain (encephalitis) and permanent weakness of the leg muscles." Which disease is being described?

    <p><strong>Poliomyelitis</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does herd immunity depend on?

    <p>The number of immune individuals in a population</p> Signup and view all the answers

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