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Which vaccine type utilizes a weakened form of the disease-causing organism?
Which vaccine type utilizes a weakened form of the disease-causing organism?
Which of the following vaccines involves a naturally occurring, living organism?
Which of the following vaccines involves a naturally occurring, living organism?
Which of the following is an example of a vaccine made from a bacterial antigen?
Which of the following is an example of a vaccine made from a bacterial antigen?
Which type of vaccine uses inactivated toxins to stimulate an immune response?
Which type of vaccine uses inactivated toxins to stimulate an immune response?
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Which of these vaccines confers life long immunity?
Which of these vaccines confers life long immunity?
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Which vaccine type utilizes a natural, living organism?
Which vaccine type utilizes a natural, living organism?
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Which of the following vaccines uses an attenuated organism?
Which of the following vaccines uses an attenuated organism?
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Which type of antigen preparation is used in the Meningococcal vaccine?
Which type of antigen preparation is used in the Meningococcal vaccine?
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Which of the following vaccines relies on surface antigen fragments?
Which of the following vaccines relies on surface antigen fragments?
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Which type of immunity is conferred by live attenuated viral vaccines?
Which type of immunity is conferred by live attenuated viral vaccines?
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Which route of administration is used for the Tetanus Toxoid vaccine?
Which route of administration is used for the Tetanus Toxoid vaccine?
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What volume is recommended for the DTP vaccine?
What volume is recommended for the DTP vaccine?
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In what region should the BCG vaccine be administered to an infant?
In what region should the BCG vaccine be administered to an infant?
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What is a potential drawback of live attenuated vaccines?
What is a potential drawback of live attenuated vaccines?
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Which of the following is an example of an intact but non-living organism used as an antigenic preparation?
Which of the following is an example of an intact but non-living organism used as an antigenic preparation?
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What is the primary difference between active and passive immunization?
What is the primary difference between active and passive immunization?
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Why is the measles vaccine typically administered at 9 months of age?
Why is the measles vaccine typically administered at 9 months of age?
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Which route of administration is most likely to induce mucosal IgA antibody production?
Which route of administration is most likely to induce mucosal IgA antibody production?
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Why do live attenuated vaccines typically provide longer-lasting immunity compared to inactivated vaccines?
Why do live attenuated vaccines typically provide longer-lasting immunity compared to inactivated vaccines?
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What aspect of vaccine handling is crucial for maintaining the potency, especially for live attenuated vaccines?
What aspect of vaccine handling is crucial for maintaining the potency, especially for live attenuated vaccines?
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What is the recommended minimum age for administering the first dose of a DTP-containing vaccine?
What is the recommended minimum age for administering the first dose of a DTP-containing vaccine?
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Which of the following is a potential side effect specifically associated with the BCG vaccine?
Which of the following is a potential side effect specifically associated with the BCG vaccine?
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What is the minimum interval recommended between the first and second doses of the Hepatitis B vaccine (excluding the birth dose)?
What is the minimum interval recommended between the first and second doses of the Hepatitis B vaccine (excluding the birth dose)?
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For individuals older than one year, what is the minimum interval recommended between dose 2 and dose 3 of a DTP-containing vaccine?
For individuals older than one year, what is the minimum interval recommended between dose 2 and dose 3 of a DTP-containing vaccine?
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How is the national immunization days implemented?
How is the national immunization days implemented?
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What is the primary mechanism by which vaccines provide immunity?
What is the primary mechanism by which vaccines provide immunity?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic that distinguishes live attenuated vaccines from inactivated vaccines?
Which of the following is a key characteristic that distinguishes live attenuated vaccines from inactivated vaccines?
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What is the role of adjuvants in some vaccines?
What is the role of adjuvants in some vaccines?
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Which of the following is a potential disadvantage associated with live attenuated vaccines?
Which of the following is a potential disadvantage associated with live attenuated vaccines?
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What is the primary benefit of using mRNA vaccines compared to traditional vaccine approaches?
What is the primary benefit of using mRNA vaccines compared to traditional vaccine approaches?
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Which of the following conditions is an absolute contraindication for the administration of the BCG vaccine?
Which of the following conditions is an absolute contraindication for the administration of the BCG vaccine?
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What is the recommended storage temperature range for the DPT vaccine?
What is the recommended storage temperature range for the DPT vaccine?
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A child experiences encephalopathy within 5 days of receiving a DPT vaccine dose that is not attributable to another cause. According to the guidelines, what is the next appropriate step?
A child experiences encephalopathy within 5 days of receiving a DPT vaccine dose that is not attributable to another cause. According to the guidelines, what is the next appropriate step?
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What does the term 'cold chain' refer to in the context of vaccine management?
What does the term 'cold chain' refer to in the context of vaccine management?
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What action should be taken if a child presents with diarrhea on the day that they are scheduled to receive OPV?
What action should be taken if a child presents with diarrhea on the day that they are scheduled to receive OPV?
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What is the recommended interval between the first and second doses of the Polio OPV vaccine in infants?
What is the recommended interval between the first and second doses of the Polio OPV vaccine in infants?
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According to the provided information, superficial injection of which vaccine is most likely to cause an injection site abscess a week later?
According to the provided information, superficial injection of which vaccine is most likely to cause an injection site abscess a week later?
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Which of the following is generally NOT considered a contraindication for vaccination?
Which of the following is generally NOT considered a contraindication for vaccination?
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Which of the following describes encephalopathy for the Measles vaccine, per 100,000 vaccinations?
Which of the following describes encephalopathy for the Measles vaccine, per 100,000 vaccinations?
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If a patient is 3 years old and needs the Polio OPV vaccine, what is the recommended number of doses?
If a patient is 3 years old and needs the Polio OPV vaccine, what is the recommended number of doses?
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What does the table suggest is the most common cause of side effects related to the DPT vaccine?
What does the table suggest is the most common cause of side effects related to the DPT vaccine?
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For which vaccine is symptomatic AIDS a listed contraindication?
For which vaccine is symptomatic AIDS a listed contraindication?
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Which of the following is a potential major side effect associated with the Measles vaccine?
Which of the following is a potential major side effect associated with the Measles vaccine?
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Flashcards
Living organism vaccine example
Living organism vaccine example
A vaccine derived from a living but weakened pathogen, such as the Smallpox vaccine.
Attenuated vaccines
Attenuated vaccines
Vaccines made from live organisms that have been weakened, like Measles and Polio (Sabin).
Inactivated virus vaccine
Inactivated virus vaccine
A type of vaccine using viruses that are killed or inactive, such as Polio (Salk).
Capsular disaccharide vaccines
Capsular disaccharide vaccines
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Toxoid vaccines
Toxoid vaccines
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Types of Antigen
Types of Antigen
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Living Organism Vaccine
Living Organism Vaccine
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Non-living Organisms in Vaccines
Non-living Organisms in Vaccines
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Toxoids
Toxoids
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Vaccination
Vaccination
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Active Immunization
Active Immunization
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Passive Immunization
Passive Immunization
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Determinants of Immune Response
Determinants of Immune Response
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Cold Chain
Cold Chain
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Natural Antigen
Natural Antigen
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Live Attenuated Vaccines
Live Attenuated Vaccines
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Reversion to Wild Type
Reversion to Wild Type
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DTP Vaccine Dosage
DTP Vaccine Dosage
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BCG Vaccine Administration
BCG Vaccine Administration
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Vaccine type based on weakened pathogens
Vaccine type based on weakened pathogens
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Vaccines from killed viruses
Vaccines from killed viruses
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Sub-cellular structure vaccines
Sub-cellular structure vaccines
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Inactivated toxins vaccines
Inactivated toxins vaccines
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Live organisms vs. Inactivated viruses
Live organisms vs. Inactivated viruses
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Kochs phenomenon
Kochs phenomenon
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Indolent ulcer
Indolent ulcer
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Deep abscess
Deep abscess
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Minimum interval between doses
Minimum interval between doses
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Paralytic polio from OPV
Paralytic polio from OPV
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Polio OPV Schedule
Polio OPV Schedule
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Rotavirus Vaccine Schedule
Rotavirus Vaccine Schedule
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PCV Schedule
PCV Schedule
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Measles Vaccine Schedule
Measles Vaccine Schedule
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DPT Major Side Effects
DPT Major Side Effects
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General Vaccine Contraindications
General Vaccine Contraindications
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BCG Contraindication
BCG Contraindication
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Polio OPV Age Limitation
Polio OPV Age Limitation
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OPV contraindications
OPV contraindications
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DPT contraindications
DPT contraindications
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Cold Chain importance
Cold Chain importance
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EPI storage temperatures
EPI storage temperatures
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Study Notes
Types of Antigen Preparations
- Living organisms (Natural): Small pox vaccine, Polio (Sabin), OPV, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, BCG, and Polio (Salk)
- Living organisms (Attenuated):* Examples include Small pox vaccine, Polio (Sabin), OPV, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, BCG, and Polio (Salk)
- Virus (In the intact form but non-living organisms): Pertussis
- Bacteria (In the intact form but non-living organisms): Pertussis
- Subcellular fragments: Capsular disaccharide, Surface antigen
- Toxoids: Tetanus, diphtheria
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Test your knowledge on different types of vaccines and their mechanisms of action in provoking an immune response. This quiz will cover questions on attenuated, inactivated, and toxoid vaccines, among others. Perfect for students in immunology or healthcare fields looking to reinforce their learning.