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True or False: There are two types of influenza vaccines that are licensed in the US which are called
inactivated influenza vaccine (IIV) and live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV). - Answers True
True or False: There are two types of influenza vaccines that are licensed in the US which are called
inactivated influenza vaccine (IIV) and live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV). - Answers True
There are many steps you must take when it comes to vaccine preparation. Which of the following is the
FIRST step that should be taken? - Answers Select appropriate product based on age of patient and/or
screening
What are the most common causes of vaccine compromise? - Answers All of the above
True or False: If your patient has a rare or unexplained adverse event, you must notify a healthcare
provider and place a temporary exemption in the immunization tracking system and AHLTA. - Answers
True
To verify proper temperature of the refrigerator the CDC guidelines state the units must be checked at a
minimum - Answers twice a day
True or False: Once you have a proper refrigerator and thermometer, the units should never be
completely full of vaccine so that it allows for proper cooling and temperature maintenance - Answers
true
What is the most effective way to prevent influenza? - Answers Annual Vaccinations
What happens if an influenza vaccine shipment has been compromised and/or not stored at appropriate
temperatures? - Answers It may no longer be effective and cannot be administered
True or False: Influenza A virus changes over time due to mutations - Answers True
An annual average of how many deaths and hospitalizations occur each year in the US due to influenza
infections? - Answers 36,000 deaths and 226,000 hospitalizations
True or False: Excess heat or cold will not reduce vaccine potency therefore vaccines can be stored
almost anywhere. - Answers False
In which way is the influenza virus most likely to be transmitted person to person? - Answers All of the
above
Which of the following is an appropriate screening question prior to receiving an influenza vaccination? -
Answers All of the above