Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Training (2 hr) questions with correct answers

Which organization provides information on DOD-specific influenza activity? Answer Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center (AFHSC) How many milliliters (mL) are there in one dose of intramuscular inactivated influenza vaccine for people 3 years of age or older? Answer 0.5 mL Common side effects after Influenza vaccination include which of the following? Answer All influenza vaccines - Low-grade fever, muscle aches Intradermal vaccine - Erythema, induration, swelling, pain, and pruritus at the site of injection Injectable vaccine - Soreness, redness, or swelling at the site of injection To maintain potency, seasonal influenza vaccine must be stored properly. Which of the following statements is true concerning influenza vaccine storage and handling? Answer Syringes filled with vaccine by clinic staff must be used by the end of the duty day or thrown away and may not be administered on subsequent days How many types are there of the Influenza Viruses? Answer A, B, C What is the first step that you should take if you find your vaccine out of the required temperature range or you believe the vaccine is compromised? Answer Immediately place the vaccine in a functioning refrigerator and mark "DO NOT USE."