ENA Topic Brief: Adult Immunizations
July 1, 2013 • Immunizations
The purpose of this ENA Topic Brief is to provide information about adult immunizations so that nurses are knowledgeable about recommended protection against vaccine-preventable diseases.
Immunizations are an excellent and effective way to protect oneself against many communicable diseases. Immunization schedules are often associated only with infants and children, but recommendations for adult immunizations are also available. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) annually reviews and updates the Adult Immunization Schedule that is designed to inform health care providers about evidence-based guidelines regarding necessary immunizations.
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