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At what age should the first dose of the Hib vaccine be administered to infants?
At what age should the first dose of the Hib vaccine be administered to infants?
Who should receive the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV)?
Who should receive the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV)?
What is the recommended schedule for the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) for healthy children?
What is the recommended schedule for the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) for healthy children?
Which group of individuals should receive the meningococcal vaccine before entering college?
Which group of individuals should receive the meningococcal vaccine before entering college?
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What is the final dose of the Hib vaccine recommended to be administered?
What is the final dose of the Hib vaccine recommended to be administered?
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Which of the following is a risk factor that can lead to bacterial meningitis?
Which of the following is a risk factor that can lead to bacterial meningitis?
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What is a common subjective symptom of meningitis that patients may report?
What is a common subjective symptom of meningitis that patients may report?
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Which sign is indicative of meningeal irritation and can be a symptom of meningitis?
Which sign is indicative of meningeal irritation and can be a symptom of meningitis?
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What environmental condition may increase the risk of developing meningitis?
What environmental condition may increase the risk of developing meningitis?
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Which of the following organisms is primarily associated with fungal meningitis?
Which of the following organisms is primarily associated with fungal meningitis?
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What does a positive Brudzinski’s sign indicate in a patient suspected of having meningitis?
What does a positive Brudzinski’s sign indicate in a patient suspected of having meningitis?
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Which of the following viral illnesses is NOT associated with viral meningitis?
Which of the following viral illnesses is NOT associated with viral meningitis?
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In which stage of meningitis would hyperactive deep tendon reflexes most likely be observed?
In which stage of meningitis would hyperactive deep tendon reflexes most likely be observed?
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Which physical assessment finding is commonly associated with meningococcal meningitis?
Which physical assessment finding is commonly associated with meningococcal meningitis?
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Which of the following symptoms is least likely to be reported by a patient with meningitis?
Which of the following symptoms is least likely to be reported by a patient with meningitis?
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What is a common subjective finding reported by patients with meningitis?
What is a common subjective finding reported by patients with meningitis?
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Which of the following organisms is primarily associated with bacterial meningitis?
Which of the following organisms is primarily associated with bacterial meningitis?
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Which sign is characterized by resistance and pain upon extending the leg from a flexed position?
Which sign is characterized by resistance and pain upon extending the leg from a flexed position?
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What physical assessment finding is associated with increased intracranial pressure in meningitis patients?
What physical assessment finding is associated with increased intracranial pressure in meningitis patients?
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Which of the following symptoms is typically associated with viral meningitis?
Which of the following symptoms is typically associated with viral meningitis?
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Study Notes
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) Vaccine
- Infants should receive four doses of the Hib vaccine, starting at 2 months of age.
- The final dose is administered between 12 and 15 months.
- The vaccine prevents bacterial meningitis.
Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV)
- This vaccine primarily prevents respiratory infections.
- It also reduces the risk of central nervous system (CNS) infections.
- Adults at risk should get vaccinated, such as those with compromised immune systems, chronic diseases, smokers, or residents of long-term care facilities.
- Follow CDC guidelines for revaccination.
- Adults over 65 who haven't been vaccinated or had the disease previously should get one dose.
Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) (Neisseria meningitidis)
- Adolescents should get the MCV4 vaccine before entering college or other communal living settings.
- Military personnel also should receive the vaccine.
- Healthy children aged 11-12 should receive an initial dose.
- A booster shot is recommended at age 16.
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Description
This quiz covers the vaccination guidelines for Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV), and meningococcal vaccine (MCV4). Test your knowledge on recommended doses for infants, adults, and adolescents, as well as the diseases these vaccines help prevent. Understand the significance of following vaccination schedules to protect against serious infections.
