PharmacologyQuestion 76 of 100
Before administering a routine childhood vaccine, what must be given to the parent or guardian?
a.A copy of the clinic's fee schedule
b.A prescription for an antipyretic
c.The manufacturer's shipping invoice for the vaccine lot
d.The current Vaccine Information Statement for that vaccine
Explanation
Federal law requires that the current Vaccine Information Statement be provided before each dose of a covered vaccine, and the date of the statement and the date it was given must be recorded. A fee schedule or shipping invoice conveys no safety or benefit information to the parent. A prescription for fever medication may be discussed but does not satisfy the legal requirement.
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