Immunization Schedules and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

Immunization Schedules and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases ( 10 Questions)

Which of the following vaccines is given to prevent a disease that can cause paralysis and is highly contagious?


Correct Answer: D

A. MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, but none of these diseases cause paralysis.

B. Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccine protects against chickenpox, which is not known for causing paralysis.

C. Hepatitis B vaccine protects against hepatitis B virus, which primarily affects the liver and does not cause paralysis.

D. Polio vaccine prevents polio, a highly contagious disease caused by poliovirus. Polio can cause paralysis, making the vaccine crucial in preventing this complication.




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