Question

A 52-year-old never‑vaccinated patient asks about adult pneumococcal vaccination. No immunocompromising conditions. What is an ACIP‑concordant option?

Accepted Answer

A single dose of PCV20

Answer

PPSV23 alone now and repeat in 5 years

Answer

PCV13 then PPSV23 for all adults regardless of risk

Answer

No vaccination is recommended until age 65

Answer

PCV15 alone without PPSV23

Practice question

A 52-year-old never‑vaccinated patient asks about adult pneumococcal vaccination. No immunocompromising conditions. What is an ACIP‑concordant option?