MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The two pneumococcal vaccines, PCV13 and PPSV23, are recommended for all adults 65 years or older, particularly those with chronic lung conditions like COPD. They are also specifically recommended for younger individuals with COPD.

Detailed explanation-2: -People with chronic lung disease, including COPD, should also get pneumococcal vaccines; once as an adult before 65 years old and twice at 65 years or older. Your health care provider may recommend additional vaccines based on your lifestyle, travel habits, and other factors.

Detailed explanation-3: -Based on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the indication of pertussis and herpes zoster vaccines is recommended for patients with COPD.

Detailed explanation-4: -CDC recommends routine administration of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV15 or PCV20) for all adults 65 years or older who have never received any pneumococcal conjugate vaccine or whose previous vaccination history is unknown: If PCV15 is used, this should be followed by a dose of PPSV23 one year later.

Detailed explanation-5: -Administer 1 dose of PPSV23 at 19 through 64 years. Administer 1 dose of PCV13 at 65 years or older. This dose should be given at least 1 year after PPSV23. Administer 1 final dose of PPSV23 at 65 years or older.