North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) Practice Exam

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What vaccine is administered as early as 6 weeks of age?

Hib
DPT
MMR
Varicella

The correct answer is: DPT

The DPT vaccine, also known as the Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus vaccine, is recommended for administration starting at 6 weeks of age. This is because infants begin to be at risk for these diseases shortly after birth, and the vaccine helps to build their immunity at a very young age. Each component of the DPT vaccine provides crucial protection: diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection affecting the throat, pertussis (whooping cough) is a highly contagious respiratory disease, and tetanus is a life-threatening condition caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. In contrast, other vaccines listed are recommended at different ages. For example, the Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) vaccine typically starts at 2 months of age, while the MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine is administered usually between 12 to 15 months of age, and the Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine is recommended starting at 12 to 15 months as well. Understanding the recommended ages for vaccinations is crucial for ensuring that infants and children receive timely protection against these infectious diseases.