Question

A 13-month-old child is due routine immunisations but has a mild upper respiratory tract infection with low-grade fever (37.7°C) and is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Proceed with routine vaccinations as planned

Answer

Postpone all vaccinations for 1 month

Answer

Avoid live vaccines only

Answer

Vaccinate only if afebrile

Answer

Defer until antibiotics are prescribed

Practice question

A 13-month-old child is due routine immunisations but has a mild upper respiratory tract infection with low-grade fever (37.7°C) and is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate action?