Spot the Shot: Injection Sites
Name the site of this skin test that involves injecting a small amount of purified protein derivative (PPD) into the skin to determine if someone has been exposed to tuberculosis.
The inner forearm
What is the common brand name of the Hepatitis A vaccine
HAVRIX
Which vaccine has a post-exposure prophylaxis series with the following schedule: 0, 3, 7, and 21 days?
Rabies
Adults of what age should receive a single dose of the Zoster vaccine to prevent shingles?
50 years and older
If a patient has received 1 dose of the RSV vaccine, how many additional doses are recommended?
None
What is site for giving epi pen injection?
Outer thigh
What are the 2 common brands of Influenza vaccine that is given to 65 years & older?
Fluzone High dose & Fluad
This vaccine, typically given every 10 years, helps protect against three diseases:
Tdap
What age group is eligible to receive FluMist?
2- 49 years
What is the interval between the two doses of the Meningococcal B vaccine?
6 months
Which two sites are commonly used for the subcutaneous administration of Eligard?
Upper buttocks or Abdomen
For adults aged 65 and older who receive PCV15, what is the recommended series of vaccines they should receive?
PCV23 at least 8 weeks after the PCV15 dose
This vaccine is recommended for all adults who have not previously received it, particularly those under 45 years, to prevent cervical cancer causing infections?
.
HPV Vaccine
Which age group receives the Moderna 50 mcg/0.5 mL COVID-19 vaccine?
12 years and older
If an adult has already received 1 dose of the HPV vaccine before their 15th birthday, how many additional doses are needed?
Only one more dose is required (second dose).
What is the typical intramuscular (IM) injection site for a Kenalog (triamcinolone) injection?
Gluteal Muscle
What is the brand name for the Meningococcal ACWY vaccine?
Menactra or Menveo.
This vaccine, typically given in childhood, is recommended for certain adults with specific health conditions, such as those with asplenia, sickle cell disease, post BMT or immunocompromised conditions.
Hib
For which age group is the 20 mcg/1 mL dose of Hepatitis B vaccine recommended?
Aged 20 years or older.
What is the accelerated Twinrix series
0, 7, and 21--30 days, followed by a dose at 12 months
SIRVA (Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration) can occur if a vaccine is injected improperly into this muscle, causing pain or injury.
Deltoid muscle
What is the brand name of the monkeypox vaccine?
JYNNEOS.
This blood test is used as an alternative to the tuberculin skin test for detecting tuberculosis infection and is often preferred for individuals who have received the BCG vaccine. What is the name of this test?
Interferon-Gamma Release Assay (IGRA)/QuantiFERON (QFT)
At what age are adults eligible for the HPV vaccine, according to the KP Santa Clara standing order?
Adults age 26 years or younger, and adults age 27-45 years based on shared clinical decision making.
If a patient received their first dose of the HPV vaccine at age 15 or older, what is the recommended interval for the second and third doses?
Give the 2nd dose 1–2 months (minimum of 4 weeks) after dose #1, then give the 3rd dose 6 months after dose 1 (minimum of 12 weeks after dose #2 and at least 5 months after dose #1).