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torybrooks · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following should be considered in the administration of the influenza vaccine?

1. The vaccine is contraindicated for individuals who are allergic to eggs or egg products.
2. The Live Attenuated Influenza Virus (LAIV) is a safe alternative for children of any age.
3. The influenza vaccine is contraindicated in children with asthma and wheezing within the past
12 months.
4. Since influenza has a bimodal seasonal pattern, children under 18 years of age should receive
two doses of the vaccine.

Question 2

Fluid therapy that replaces normal water and electrolyte losses is _________.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

rosiehomeworddo · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1. The influenza vaccine is manufactured from the protein of eggs; therefore, the vaccine is contraindicated for those individuals who are allergic to eggs or egg products.
2. The live vaccine should not be given to children with asthma issues.
3. The nasal spray, live attenuated influenza virus is contraindicated for children with asthma and should not be given to children ages 2 to 4 who have been wheezing within the past 12 months.
4. Children through 8 years of age who are receiving their first influenza immunization need two doses, at least four weeks apart.

Answer to Question 2

Maintenance therapy
Maintenance therapy is the administration of fluids lost through normal metabolic activities .