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Nutrition & Immunisation · NEET PG Preparation Paediatrics

According to the National Immunization Schedule (NIS) in India, a 9-month-old infant is brought to the immunization clinic for routine vaccination. W…

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According to the National Immunization Schedule (NIS) in India, a 9-month-old infant is brought to the immunization clinic for routine vaccination. Which of the following vaccines along with their correct route and site should be administered at this age visit?

  1. A.Pentavalent-3, OPV-3, and Rotavirus-3 (Intramuscular and Oral)
  2. B.Measles-Rubella (MR)-1, Japanese Encephalitis (JE)-1, and Vitamin A (first dose)Correct answer
  3. C.BCG, Hepatitis B birth dose, and OPV-0
  4. D.DPT booster-1, Measles-2, and OPV booster

Solution

As per the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) / National Immunization Schedule in India, the 9 to 12 months visit includes Measles-Rubella (MR) 1st dose (Subcutaneous, right upper arm), Japanese Encephalitis (JE) 1st dose (Subcutaneous, left upper arm - in endemic districts), and the first dose of oral Vitamin A (1 lakh IU). Pentavalent is given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks. BCG, Hep B birth dose, and OPV-0 are given at birth.

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