Typhoid Vaccine

Overview

4.5 out of 5 (8 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Jul 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

This educational activity discusses vaccinations against typhoid, detailing their indications, mechanisms, administration methods, adverse effects, contraindications, and the rationale for use in both endemic and nonendemic areas. This activity aids healthcare providers in effectively recommending and administering typhoid vaccines when appropriate. In the United States and other high-income countries, these vaccines are typically given to travelers, laboratory workers, and individuals in close contact with patients with Salmonella serotype Typhi infections. Poor water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure in endemic regions contribute to high infection rates. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends routine vaccination for children aged 6 months to 15 years in these areas, particularly those facing outbreaks of drug-resistant strains of S Typhi.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved 2 unconjugated typhoid vaccines: an oral attenuated live virus and an injectable polysaccharide. The WHO prequalifies 3 commercially available typhoid conjugate vaccines for use in endemic areas. An interprofessional team approach involving physicians, nurses, public health professionals, and pharmacists is crucial for successfully implementing typhoid vaccination programs. This approach involves identifying at-risk populations, providing timely vaccination, and educating patients regarding the importance of immunization and maintaining food and water protections to enhance vaccine uptake, reduce the incidence of typhoid fever, and slow the development of antimicrobial resistance.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Apply knowledge of the medical rationale, indications, contraindications, and local licensing regarding typhoid vaccination to appropriately administer typhoid vaccine to appropriate individuals and populations at risk of typhoid infection.

  • Assess the efficacy and safety profiles of the different typhoid vaccines.

  • Identify the current guidelines and best practices regarding typhoid vaccination and other preventive measures in the United States and other regions.

  • Implement collaboration between interprofessional healthcare team members to optimize vaccine delivery for improved patient outcomes by applying a thorough understanding of typhoid vaccination in different patient populations.

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Reviews

Bhupendra G. on 3/30/2022

Dr.Poornima. S. on 5/17/2022

Christine G. on 10/29/2022

Chelsea H. on 10/31/2022

Dr.NIRMALA M. on 1/11/2023

Kwadwo B. on 2/28/2023

Michael K. on 11/15/2023

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