Special Immunization Considerations of the Preterm Infant

Abstract More changes to the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommended Immunization Schedule have occurred in the past 3 years than in the previous decade. Selection of the optimal immunization regimen is essential to forestall immunization delay. New complications to the schedule pose challenges f...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric health care 2007-11, Vol.21 (6), p.385-391
Main Authors: Gad, Ashraf, MD, Shah, Shetal, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Advanced Practice Nursing
Child, Preschool
Humans
Immunization Schedule
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Infant, Premature - immunology
Nursing
Patient Discharge
Pediatrics
Practice Guidelines as Topic
United States
Vaccines, Combined - therapeutic use
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Summary:Abstract More changes to the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommended Immunization Schedule have occurred in the past 3 years than in the previous decade. Selection of the optimal immunization regimen is essential to forestall immunization delay. New complications to the schedule pose challenges for the care of preterm infants who are at increased risk of mortality and morbidity from vaccine-preventable diseases. This article reviews the relevant data regarding immunization of preterm infants and suggests strategies for prevention of immunization delay. Protection of preterm infants, especially for pertussis and influenza, involves not just assessing a child’s vaccination status but those of other close contacts and household members.
ISSN:0891-5245
1532-656X
DOI:10.1016/j.pedhc.2007.05.005