What are the Best Practices for Administering Vaccines?
Best practices for vaccine administration include:
- Following the manufacturerâs instructions and CDC guidelines for vaccine storage and handling. - Using aseptic techniques to prevent infection. - Selecting the appropriate needle size and injection site based on the patientâs age and body mass. - Ensuring patient comfort and positioning to minimize pain and anxiety. - Observing patients for at least 15 minutes post-vaccination to monitor for any immediate adverse reactions.