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Immunizations and Car seats- Peds Test 1
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Nursing
Undergraduate 4
02/02/2010

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Term
What is the common peds dosage for vaccines?
What 3 vaccines are excluded from this dosing?
Definition
0.5 ml
PPD, Influenza, Rotavirus
Term
All vaccines are given IM except:

ID (1)
SQ (2)
Definition
ID- PPD
SQ- MMR, Varicella

*Vastus lateralis- NO gluteal/deltoid!
Term
Fact: Safe documentation includes
1. Vaccine name
2. Date
3. Age
4. Site
5. Vaccine source
6. Manuf./Lot#
7. VIS pub. date
8. Signatures
Definition
Term
List some common side effects of immunizations.
Definition
Fussy
Fever
Local site reaction
Drowsy
Appetite loss
Rash w/ Varicella
Term
Name 2 adverse reactions
Definition
1. Anaphylaxis
2. Encephalopathy
Term
When should a parent notify PCP post-vaccine?
Definition
Hives, difficulty breathing, wheeze, inconsolable, drowsy, lethargy, fever, behavior
Term
What s/s's indicate a dangerous reaction to DTaP?
Definition
Seizure, fever >105 F, cries 3+ hours
Term
NEVER give live viruses to anyone under the age of ___.
What are 2 live viruses?
Definition
<1 yo
MMR, Varicella
Term
If MMR and Varicella can not be given together, how many weeks apart must they be given?
Definition
4 weeks
Term
What are 4 instances that a vaccine would be contraindicated?
Definition
1. Moderate to severe ill/fever
2. Anaphylaxis
3. Immunocompromised
4. Anaphylaxis to previous vaccine
Term
Name examples of a vaccine anaphylaxis allergy.
Definition
Eggs- Influenza
Neomycin, streptomycin, polymyxin B
Gelatin
Term
The nasal flu vaccine is contraindicated for what age?
Definition
< 2 yo
Term
What must be filled out in the instance of an adverse reaction to a vaccine?
Definition
VAERS form
Term
In infant may face forwards in a back-seat car seat when they are __ yo and __ lbs.
Definition
1 yo
20 lbs
Term
What two age groups require a full harness and forward-facing car seat in the back of the car?
Definition
Toddler and Preschooler
Term
School-age children need a booster seat in the back seat until they are __'__" tall and are __ to __ years old.
Definition
4'9" tall

8 to 12 years old
Term
Older kids can wear a seat belt. They can start sitting in the front seat when they are __ years old.
Definition
13
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