A 52-year-old without prior pneumococcal vaccination asks about adult vaccines. Which is an ACIP-recommended option for immunocompetent adults ≥50?...

Question

A 52-year-old without prior pneumococcal vaccination asks about adult vaccines. Which is an ACIP-recommended option for immunocompetent adults ≥50?

Accepted Answer

Single dose PCV20

Answer

PPSV23 alone only

Answer

PCV13 followed by PPSV23 in all adults

Answer

No vaccine until age 65

Answer

PCV15 only without follow-up

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Immunization (Pneumococcal)