APHA Immunization Schedules & Vaccine Administration

Question 1

At what age is the first dose of the MMR vaccine typically administered?

Accepted Answer

12-15 months

Answer

6 months

Answer

9 months

Answer

2 years

Question 2

Which injection site is preferred for intramuscular vaccines in infants?

Accepted Answer

Vastus lateralis

Answer

Deltoid muscle

Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Abdomen

Question 3

What is the minimum interval between the first and second doses of the Hepatitis A vaccine?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

1 month

Answer

3 months

Answer

12 months

Question 4

How should the intranasal influenza vaccine be administered?

Accepted Answer

As a nasal spray

Answer

As a subcutaneous injection

Answer

As an intramuscular injection

Answer

Orally

Question 5

What should be done immediately after administering a vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Document the vaccine administration

Answer

Dispose of gloves

Answer

Give a lollipop

Answer

Call the next patient

Question 6

Why is it important to adhere to the recommended immunization schedule?

Accepted Answer

To ensure proper protection

Answer

To simplify billing

Answer

To reduce vaccine costs

Answer

To meet school policies only