The new adult immunization schedule.
Neuroscience nurses, whether they practice in an outpatient or hospital setting, should be aware of the new adult immunization schedule. In particular, they should be prepared to discuss vaccines needed after a traumatic injury and the risk of GBS or MS associated with vaccines. Anytime a vaccine is given, the patient needs to be observed for a reaction. Any post-vaccination reaction should be reported to the VAERS. The VAERS telephone number is 800/822-7967 and the Web site is http://www.vaers.org (Pinkowish, 2002).
Hinkle
Janice L
JL
Villanova University College of Nursing, Philadelphia, PA, USA. janice.hinkle@villanova.edu
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001428:Bacterial Vaccines / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007115:Immunization Schedule; D008875:Middle Aged; D013041:Specialties, Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D014765:Viral Vaccines / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects
D001428:Bacterial Vaccines; D014765:Viral Vaccines