The MMR vaccine is for the diseases measles, mumps, and rubella.
It is a mixture of three live attenuated viruses.
There are two options available that cover the diseases measles, mumps, and rubella.
The child can receive a shot for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)
There is also a vaccine that also covers varicella (chicken pox). This is called MMRV, the measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella vaccine, which covers all four diseases.
Administration Technique The MMR vaccine is given as a subcutaneous injection in two separate doses. There is preparation needed before administering the vaccine to a patient. -The solution needs to be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. -The diluent needs to be store at refrigerator or room temperature. -The solution needs to be reconstituted with the diluent before injection. -After reconstituting the vaccine, preferably give it immediately, but it needs to be given within 8 hours, or otherwise should be discarded.
Description of the MMR vaccination:
The MMR vaccine is for the diseases measles, mumps, and rubella.
It is a mixture of three live attenuated viruses.
There are two options available that cover the diseases measles, mumps, and rubella.
The child can receive a shot for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)
There is also a vaccine that also covers varicella (chicken pox). This is called MMRV, the measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella vaccine, which covers all four diseases.
Administration Technique
The MMR vaccine is given as a subcutaneous injection in two separate doses.
There is preparation needed before administering the vaccine to a patient.
-The solution needs to be stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
-The diluent needs to be store at refrigerator or room temperature.
-The solution needs to be reconstituted with the diluent before injection.
-After reconstituting the vaccine, preferably give it immediately, but it needs to be given within 8 hours, or otherwise should be discarded.