A child is receiving corticosteroids for medical therapy. The following is not a contraindication in this child for receiving a live viral vaccine:

A. When child is receiving 2 mg/kg of prednisolone for at least 2 weeks at present

B. When child has received 2 mg/kg of prednisolone for at least 2 weeks in the past one month

C. Child receiving 4 mg/kg of prednisolone for 4 weeks, prior to 2 weeks

D. Chronic asthmatic child receiving low dose inhaled steroid for 10 months

Correct Answer: Chronic asthmatic child receiving low dose inhaled steroid for 10 months

Description: d. Chronic asthmatic child receiving low dose inhaled steroid for 10 months(Ref: Ghai 8/e p 142)Low dose steroids are not a contraindication to live vaccines.

Category: Pediatrics

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