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Does seasonal influenza vaccine cause influenza?

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Wrong answer

The correct answer is B.
A

Yes

The inactivated influenza vaccine contains killed virus only, therefore the vaccine cannot cause influenza in human.

B

No

The inactivated influenza vaccine contains killed virus only, therefore the vaccine cannot cause influenza in human.

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The following drug information shall be provided on the drug label:

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(1) Patient name

(2) Pharmaceutical manufacturer's trademark

(3) Drug dosage

(4) Drug name

(5) Date of dispensing

(6) Drug dosage form

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The correct answer is A.
A

1+3+4+5+6

The labels of drugs dispensed by pharmacies or doctors need to indicate the following important information:

  • Patient name
  • Date of dispensing
  • Name and address of pharmacy or doctor
  • Name of the drug
  • Unit dose
  • Dosage and usage
  • Precautions (if applicable)

When taking drugs, patients should read the drug labels carefully. Pharmaceutical manufacturer's trademark is not an essential information required on the drug label)

B

The answer is all of the above

The labels of drugs dispensed by pharmacies or doctors need to indicate the following important information:

  • Patient name
  • Date of dispensing
  • Name and address of pharmacy or doctor
  • Name of the drug
  • Unit dose
  • Dosage and usage
  • Precautions (if applicable)

When taking drugs, patients should read the drug labels carefully. Pharmaceutical manufacturer's trademark is not an essential information required on the drug label)

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How can you know whether the medicine is a registered product in Hong Kong?

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3/10

(1) The drug registration number is included on the drug label

(2) There is a trademark on the drug packaging

(3) Drug Office Information Website

(4) Product QR code

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Wrong answer

The correct answer is A.
A

1+3

All drugs must be registered by the Department of Health before selling or wholesaling, and registered drugs are given a drug registration number (HK-XXXXX). The drug registration number can also be searched on the Drug Office website. Drug packaging with trademark or Product QR code cannot prove that the drug is registered in Hong Kong.

B

4

All drugs must be registered by the Department of Health before selling or wholesaling, and registered drugs are given a drug registration number (HK-XXXXX). The drug registration number can also be searched on the Drug Office website. Drug packaging with trademark or Product QR code cannot prove that the drug is registered in Hong Kong.

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Which of the following symptoms is a severe allergic reaction to drugs?

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The correct answer is A.
A

Shock

If a severe allergic reaction occurs, you need to call 999 for help or go to a nearby accident & emergency department immediately, because severe allergic reactions, especially anaphylaxis, can rapidly worsen within a few minutes.

B

Dry Skin

If a severe allergic reaction occurs, you need to call 999 for help or go to a nearby accident & emergency department immediately, because severe allergic reactions, especially anaphylaxis, can rapidly worsen within a few minutes.

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Which period of time is more common for seasonal influenza infection occurred?

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The correct answer is A.
A

January to March

Influenza occurs in Hong Kong throughout the year, but is usually more common in periods from January to March/April and from July to August.

B

May to June

Influenza occurs in Hong Kong throughout the year, but is usually more common in periods from January to March/April and from July to August.

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Who shall receive seasonal influenza vaccination?

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The correct answer is A.
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6 months or above

Seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) is recommended for aged 6 months or above without known contraindications. Children 6 months to 11 years receiving vaccination can reduce influenza-related complications such as excess hospitalizations or deaths. Overseas studies have shown that vaccinating young school children may potentially reduce school absenteeism and influenza transmission in the community.

B

Everyone without any age limit

Seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) is recommended for aged 6 months or above without known contraindications. Children 6 months to 11 years receiving vaccination can reduce influenza-related complications such as excess hospitalizations or deaths. Overseas studies have shown that vaccinating young school children may potentially reduce school absenteeism and influenza transmission in the community.

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Unless otherwise specified, the general drug storage temperature should be:

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The correct answer is A.
A

Below 25 degrees Celsius (room temperature)

If there are no special storage instructions, general medicines only need to be stored in a cool and dry place (room temperature, below 25 degrees Celsius). Storing medicines at 2 degrees Celsius or inside a refrigerator may deteriorate the quality of the medicines.

B

Two degrees Celsius

If there are no special storage instructions, general medicines only need to be stored in a cool and dry place (room temperature, below 25 degrees Celsius). Storing medicines at 2 degrees Celsius or inside a refrigerator may deteriorate the quality of the medicines.

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When should I get vaccinated?

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The correct answer is A.
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September to October

Since it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against influenza virus infection, it is advised to get vaccinated at least two weeks before the arrival of winter influenza season, which usually begins in January in Hong Kong. The recommended vaccination period shall be scheduled in September to October. However, even if seasonal influenza vaccination is not received before the winter influenza season, it can still be received as soon as possible.

B

February to March

Since it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against influenza virus infection, it is advised to get vaccinated at least two weeks before the arrival of winter influenza season, which usually begins in January in Hong Kong. The recommended vaccination period shall be scheduled in September to October. However, even if seasonal influenza vaccination is not received before the winter influenza season, it can still be received as soon as possible.

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What is the side effect of receiving seasonal influenza vaccination?

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9/10

Correct answer

Wrong answer

The correct answer is A.
A

Redness & pain at injection site

The most common side effects following inactivated influenza vaccine administration include pain, redness or swelling at the injection site. Some recipients may experience fever, chills, muscle pain and tiredness.

Side effects are generally mild and temporary. If you experience persistent fever, severe allergic reactions (e.g. difficulty in breathing, swelling of the lip or tongue, hives, etc.) or other adverse events after receiving vaccination, please consult a doctor immediately.

B

diarrhea

The most common side effects following inactivated influenza vaccine administration include pain, redness or swelling at the injection site. Some recipients may experience fever, chills, muscle pain and tiredness.

Side effects are generally mild and temporary. If you experience persistent fever, severe allergic reactions (e.g. difficulty in breathing, swelling of the lip or tongue, hives, etc.) or other adverse events after receiving vaccination, please consult a doctor immediately.

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Why do we emphasize the importance of receiving seasonal influenza vaccination?

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10/10

Correct answer

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The correct answer is C.
A

Seasonal influenza vaccination can prevent influenza infection effectively

Seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) is one of the effective means in preventing influenza and its complications together with reduction in influenza-associated hospitalization and death.

B

Seasonal influenza vaccination can reduce the hospitalization rate & deaths

Seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) is one of the effective means in preventing influenza and its complications together with reduction in influenza-associated hospitalization and death.

C

Both answers are correct

Seasonal influenza vaccination (SIV) is one of the effective means in preventing influenza and its complications together with reduction in influenza-associated hospitalization and death.

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