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Bumedinst 6230.15
Immunizations & Chemoprophylaxis
Question | Answer |
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True or False: Electronic Immunization Tracking Systems are the preferred record for immunization data. | True |
True or False: It is required that a trained physician be present during the administration of vaccines. | False |
Who is responsible for making sure emergency medical response is available; that those who administer immunizations have at least basic CPR skills & the ability to administer Epinephrine in case of adverse reactions to vaccines? | Medical Commanders, Commanding Officers, and Command Surgeons |
Which military branch is the Executive Agent for the Military Immunization Program? | Army =( |
Whose responsible for operating a Military Vaccine Office, providing military Services with a source of information and education of vaccine related activities. | Still the Army =,( |
Individuals administering immunizations need to be properly trained in accordance with what three guideline authorities? | Department of Defense (DOD), Service, United States Coast Guard (USCG), and Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) |
Immunizing agents will not be used beyond the manufacturer’s potency expiration date, unless WHO authorizes extension in exceptional circumstances? | The appropriate Surgeon General or CG–11, USCG |
Explain why immunizations given at intervals shorter than the recommended interval should not be counted as part of a primary series. | Because it may not provide adequate immune response. |
We know that immunizations given at intervals shorter than the recommended interval should not be counted as part of a primary series, because it may not provide adequate immune response, but there is one exception to the rule. What's the exception? | Only if its part of “catchup” schedules accepted by the CDC. |
True or False: When an initial series of a vaccine or toxoid is interrupted you should restart the interval of vaccines or just increase the dosage. | False |
Not more than 5 vaccine injections will be given on the same day. Why? | To minimize injections site discomfort |
Generally speaking, at what interval are inactivated vaccines administered? | One week apart |
Generally speaking, at what interval are live-virus immunizations administered? | 4 or more weeks apart |
Shipping and storage advice about vaccinations are available from what centers? | Service medical logistics centers |
Immunizing and chemoprophylaxis agents are stored, shipped, and handled in accordance with the______. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Instructions |
For potentially pregnant women smallpox vaccines require a specific pre–immunization screening that assesses the date of the last menstrual period. Women are recommended to take a pregnancy test if their last menstrual period is beyond how many days? | 28 days |
True or False: Breastfeeding women may be immunized in accordance with the current ACIP guidelines. | True |
True or False: Breastfeeding women may be immunized with live vaccines. | False |
There are 2 types of exemptions from immunization. What are they? | Medical and Administrative |
True or False: Vaccines are a common way for your child to get Autism. | False |
Who is the person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project that has the authority to approve exceptions or waivers to this regulation that are consistent with controlling law and regulations? | The Surgeon General. |
What are the objectives of this instruction? | -Establishes general principles, procedures, policies, and responsibilities for the immunizations program. -Implements DoD Instruction 6205.2, Immunizations Requirements |
What is the SF 600? | Document pregnancy status and counseling on avoiding pregnancy for 3 months after receiving a live virus vaccination. |
What is the SF 601? | Immunizations record. |
What info needs to be documented? | -Date -Manufacturer -Lot Number -Dose given -Site and route of administration -VIS (Vaccine Information Sheet), if given -Name, address, title of person giving shot -Name of MTF |