A 1-year old male child was hospitalized for Kawasaki&;s disease 4 weeks ago and has recovered from an acute illness. He is placed on long-term aspirin therapy. Which of the following statements is false?
Correct Answer: Influenza shot should not be given
Description: The false statement in this case is that influenza shot should not be given. Patients undergoing long-term aspirin therapy should receive annual infleuenza vaccination to reduce the risk of Reye syndrome. Option B and C- Live vaccines (MMR/Varicella) should be deferred untill 11 months after IVIG administration since IVIG may interfere with immune response Option D: Non-live vaccinations (hepatitis A) do not need to be delayed) Ref: Nelson textbook of pediatrics 21st edition Pgno: 1316
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