The Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine is used to prevent invasive H. influenzae infections (usually caused by H. influenzae type b). It is in the vaccine class of medications. This activity describes the indications, mechanism of action, and contraindications for the Hib vaccine. Hib vaccine’s role as a valuable agent in preventing early childhood meningitis and other complications of H. influenzae. This activity will also highlight the adverse event profile and other key factors (e.g., off-label uses, dosing, relevant interactions) pertinent for interprofessional healthcare team members in preventing H. influenzae type b infections.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/22478
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases
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