Robert is a 48-year-old pharmacist who is preparing to provide immunizations in his pharmacy for the first time next fall. He ha
s no documentation of receiving the hepatitis B vaccine and would like to be vaccinated before administering vaccines in his practice. What is the recommended routine schedule for vaccination against hepatitis B?
The exclusive hepatitis B vaccine is given as a single dose to babies at birth. However, hepatitis B immunization continues through pentavalent vaccination at 2, 4 and 6 months of age. People who were not vaccinated against hepatitis B during the first months of life may receive immunization at any time in adulthood, on a 3-dose schedule and following a recommended application schedule of 0, 1, and 6 months.
Lack of clarity in communication between physicians treating the patient leading to failure to follow through with evaluation and treatment plans. Incorrect treatment decisions compromising patient safety. Loss of practice revenue.
