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Adult Immunisation (Pneumococcal) — Medical Practice MCQ

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Easy"Infectious Diseases"Adult Immunisation (Pneumococcal)

A 66-year-old presents for routine vaccines. He is immunocompetent and has never received pneumococcal conjugate. Recommended approach per current adult schedule?

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Correct answer: D — PCV20 single dose

ACIP adult schedule allows a single dose of PCV20 for adults ≥65 years (or certain 19-64 with conditions). PCV13 alone or PPSV23 alone are outdated approaches; PCV15 followed by PPSV23 is an alternative to PCV20.

Reference: ACIP/CDC (2025): Adult Immunisation Schedule