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1. According to the CDC, during the 2018-2019 influenza season adults aged ≥65 years accounted for what percentage of deaths due to influenza?

A. Less than 5% B. About 10% C. About 57% D. About 75%

2. Which of the following is reduced as a result of age-related immune system changes?

A. Acute phase reactants B. B cells C. Leptin hormone D. Pro-inflammatory cytokines

3. Which of the following can be administered at the same time as PCV13?

A. Influenza vaccination via injection B. Influenza vaccination via nasal spray C. PPSV23 D. None of these can be administered at the same time as PCV13.

4. A 72-year-old man received a PPSV23 vaccine at age 67. He is visiting his primary care provider for an annual wellness visit. He has no chronic illness, is non-immunocompromised and is a nonsmoker. Through shared decision making incorporating both anecdotal and CDC data showing lower pediatric vaccines rates in his area, you decide he will receive PCV13. When should he receive a PCV13 vaccination?

A. Today B. 1 year from today C. 5 years from today D. At his next visit

5. A 67-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccine prior to age 65. When should she receive a second dose of PPSV23?

A. Any time after she received a PCV13 vaccination B. Within 1 year C. 5 years after the first dose D. She does not need a second dose

6. A 66-year-old man has not received PCV13 as an adult. He is currently living in an area where pediatric uptake of PCV13 has been very low. Which of the following statements reflects current recommendations?

A. He may receive higher than average benefit of PPSV23 vaccination. B. He may receive lower than average benefit of PPSV23 vaccination. C. He may receive higher than average benefit of PCV13 vaccination. D. He may receive lower than average benefit of PCV13 vaccination.

7. A 68-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccination at age 67 and subsequently developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Can she receive one dose of PCV13 vaccine at age 68?

A. No; her non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a contraindication. B. No; she must wait at least 2 years after receiving PPSV23. C. Yes; it has been at least one year since she received PPSV23.

8. What are the current CDC recommendations for vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic in adults ≥65 years?

A. Arrange for vaccinations only if COVID-19 exposure is suspected. B. Continue to receive guideline-recommended vaccinations. C. Postpone vaccinations until the pandemic has abated. D. Receive vaccinations only if they are administered at home.

9. Which statement reflects the pharmacist's role in vaccination?

A. Pharmacists can provide education to patients on benefits of vaccines B. Pharmacists can facilitate vaccines in the community by hosting vaccine clinics in the pharmacy C. Pharmacists can administer specific vaccines depending upon a patient's age D. All of the above

10. All of the following facilitate shared decision-making around vaccination EXCEPT?

A. Connect virtually with patients prior to their appointment B. Train nursing or support staff on apps and guidelines C. Defer the vaccination decision to the patient D. Review vaccination history prior seeing the provider

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1. According to the CDC, during the 2018-2019 influenza season adults aged ≥65 years accounted for what percentage of deaths due to influenza?

2. Which of the following is reduced as a result of age-related immune system changes?

3. Which of the following can be administered at the same time as PCV13?

5. A 67-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccine prior to age 65. When should she receive a second dose of PPSV23?

6. A 66-year-old man has not received PCV13 as an adult. He is currently living in an area where pediatric uptake of PCV13 has been very low. Which of the following statements reflects current recommendations?

7. A 68-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccination at age 67 and subsequently developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Can she receive one dose of PCV13 vaccine at age 68?

8. What are the current CDC recommendations for vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic in adults ≥65 years?

9. Which statement reflects the pharmacist's role in vaccination?

10. All of the following facilitate shared decision-making around vaccination EXCEPT?

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1. According to the CDC, during the 2018-2019 influenza season adults aged ≥65 years accounted for what percentage of deaths due to influenza?

2. Which of the following is reduced as a result of age-related immune system changes?

3. Which of the following can be administered at the same time as PCV13?

5. A 67-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccine prior to age 65. When should she receive a second dose of PPSV23?

6. A 66-year-old man has not received PCV13 as an adult. He is currently living in an area where pediatric uptake of PCV13 has been very low. Which of the following statements reflects current recommendations?

7. A 68-year-old woman received a PPSV23 vaccination at age 67 and subsequently developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Can she receive one dose of PCV13 vaccine at age 68?

8. What are the current CDC recommendations for vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic in adults ≥65 years?

9. Which statement reflects the pharmacist's role in vaccination?

10. All of the following facilitate shared decision-making around vaccination EXCEPT?

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