A 72-year-old man with COPD and CHF asks if he should receive influenza vaccine. According to NACI, which statement is most accurate?...

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A 72-year-old man with COPD and CHF asks if he should receive influenza vaccine. According to NACI, which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all individuals ≥ 6 months, with particular emphasis on those with chronic conditions like COPD and CHF

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Influenza vaccine is only recommended for children and pregnant women

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Influenza vaccine is recommended only every 2-3 years

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Influenza vaccine is contraindicated in heart failure

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Only healthcare workers need influenza vaccine

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Influenza prevention

A 72-year-old man with COPD and CHF asks if he should receive influenza vaccine. According to NACI, which statement is most accurate?