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This document provides orders, recommendations, and procedures for administering the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) to various age groups, particularly focusing on children and immunocompromised

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How to fill out Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order

1. Step 1: Obtain the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order form from your healthcare provider or relevant health organization.
2. Step 2: Fill in the patient's personal information, including name, date of birth, and contact details.
3. Step 3: Check the medical history for any allergies or contraindications to the vaccine.
4. Step 4: Note the required vaccine dosage and the scheduled date for administration.
5. Step 5: Fill in any additional information requested, such as physician details or insurance information.
6. Step 6: Review the completed form for accuracy before submission.
7. Step 7: Submit the order to the designated healthcare provider or vaccination center.

Who needs Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

1. Children under 2 years of age.
2. Children aged 2 to 5 years who have not previously received the vaccine.
3. Individuals aged 65 years and older.
4. Individuals aged 6 years or older with certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems.
5. Adults with specific risk factors, such as those living in communal settings or with serious health issues.

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What are the bad side effects of the pneumonia vaccine?

Not quite. They both protect against pneumococcal bacteria. Prevnar 13 protects against 13 types of bacteria, and Pneumovax 23 protects against 23 types of bacteria. Prevnar 13 is given in the muscle (IM), while Pneumovax 23 can be given either in the muscle (IM) or under the skin (subcutaneously).

How is PCV13 vaccine administered?

Each 0.5 mL dose is to be injected intramuscularly using a sterile needle attached to the supplied prefilled syringe. The preferred sites for injection are the anterolateral aspect of the thigh in infants and the deltoid muscle of the upper arm in toddlers, children and adults.

Do you give PCV13 or 23 first?

ACIP recommends that PCV13 be given first followed by PPSV23 6–12 months later. ACIP also recommends that adults aged ≥65 years who already received a dose of PPSV23, should also receive a dose of PCV13 ≥1 year after the dose of PPSV23.

Why is Prevnar 13 no longer recommended?

Because PCV13-type disease is at historically low levels among adults ≥65 years and most pneumococcal disease among these adults is due to non-PCV13 serotypes, ACIP no longer recommends their routine vaccination with PCV13.

What is the Prevenar 13 vaccine used for?

Prevenar 13 is used to protect children aged between six weeks and 17 years against invasive disease, pneumonia (infection of the lungs) and acute otitis media (infection of the middle ear) caused by S. pneumoniae.

Which is first PCV13 or PPSV23?

For individuals in which both PCV13 and PPSV23 are recommended, and who have yet to receive any pneumococcal vaccine, PCV13 should be given first, followed by PPSV23 a year later (or at least after a minimum interval of 8 weeks) for better protection.

What is Prevnar 13 vaccine in English?

Prevenar 13 is a conjugate vaccine that helps provide protection against 13 serotypes of the bacterium, Streptococcus pneumoniae; a bacterium responsible for causing infection which can be grouped into categories of invasive and non invasive disease.

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What is Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order refers to a formal request for administering the PCV13 vaccine, which protects against 13 types of Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria that can cause serious infections.

Who is required to file Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

Healthcare providers, including doctors and clinics, are typically required to file a PCV13 Order for patients, particularly infants and young children who are recommended to receive this vaccination.

How to fill out Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

To fill out a PCV13 Order, healthcare providers must include patient information, date of birth, vaccination history, and consent from the parent or guardian. They also need to provide details of the administering site and the healthcare provider's information.

What is the purpose of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

The purpose of the PCV13 Order is to ensure that individuals receive the vaccine to prevent pneumococcal diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections, particularly in vulnerable populations.

What information must be reported on Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13) Order?

On the PCV13 Order, the reported information must include the patient's full name, date of birth, vaccination date, vaccine manufacturer, lot number, and details of the administering healthcare provider.