Vaccination Requirements Flashcards
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Which vaccine series requires a two-dose schedule for individuals 13 years and older who have never been vaccinated for varicella?
Answer: Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine
Individuals aged 13 and older who have no history of varicella disease or vaccination need two doses of varicella vaccine.
What is the recommended interval between two doses of MMR vaccine if given as a catch-up?
Answer: At least 28 days
The minimum interval between two doses of MMR vaccine is 28 days (4 weeks) when given as a catch-up series.
Which entity publishes the list of required vaccines for immigration purposes?
Answer: CDC, based on ACIP recommendations
CDC, drawing on ACIP recommendations, publishes the vaccination requirements that USCIS adopts for the immigration medical examination.
For meningococcal vaccine, at what age does it become required for immigration exams?
Answer: 11 years
Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) is required beginning at age 11 as part of the adolescent immunization schedule.
What serologic test can substitute for MMR vaccination if a civil surgeon suspects prior immunity?
Answer: Measles, mumps, and rubella IgG antibody titers
Positive IgG antibody titers for measles, mumps, and rubella are acceptable laboratory evidence of immunity that can substitute for vaccination.
A civil surgeon discovers that an applicant received a live virus vaccine 3 days ago. What is the correct action regarding tuberculosis testing?
Answer: Defer the TB test for at least 4 weeks since live vaccines can suppress tuberculin reactivity
Live vaccines can suppress tuberculin skin test reactivity, so the TST should be deferred at least 4 weeks after a live vaccine is given.
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