Training for rotavirus vaccine introduction Module 3 Rotavirus
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Training for rotavirus vaccine introduction Module 3 Rotavirus vaccine eligibility
Learning objectives l At the end of the module, the participant will be able to: – Describe the recommended immunization schedule for rotavirus vaccine – Describe when an infant is eligible for rotavirus vaccine and when he/she is not eligible – Describe ways to determine a child's eligibility for rotavirus vaccine when a written record is unavailable – Describe the absolute contraindications for vaccination l Duration – 60’ 2| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020
Key issues 1 2 3 What is the schedule for rotavirus vaccine? What to do when the exact date of birth (DOB) or immunization card is missing? What are the contraindications for vaccination? 3| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020
What is the rotavirus vaccine schedule? (1/2) l Rotavirus vaccine is given in a 2 -dose schedule at 6 and 10 weeks of age l Rotavirus vaccine can be given at the same time as first and second dose of DTP-Hep. B-Hib (i. e. Penta 1 & Penta 2) l Maintain an interval of 4 weeks between doses Rota 1 Rota 2 32 Birth 4| 6 10 Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020 15 weeks
What should you do in this scenario? A child's immunization card shows that he/she is now 17 weeks old and has only received BCG and OPV 1 vaccines. What should you do? 5| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020
Absolute contraindications l Hypersensitivity after previous administration of rotavirus vaccines l Previous history of intussusception l Administration of Rotarix. TM should be postponed in subjects suffering from diarrhea or vomiting and in need of rehydration therapy Mild illness such as an upper respiratory tract infection or mild diarrhea is not a contraindication 6| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020
Key messages l On-time vaccination is very important for rotavirus vaccine l First dose of rotavirus should be given at 6 weeks of age l Second dose should be given at 10 weeks of age l Rotavirus vaccine can be given with other vaccines like pentavalent vaccine. 7| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020
End of module Thank you for your attention! 8| Rotavirus vaccine eligibility, Module 3 | 29 October 2020