Question

Arrange the following vaccines as per expected frequency of possible minor adverse reactions in increasing order:
(A) BCG
(B) DPT
(C) Oral Polio Vaccine
(D) Hemophilus influenza B

• A. (B), (C), (A), (D)
• B. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C)
• D. (C), (D), (B), (A)

Hint:

Minor adverse reactions to vaccines are generally mild and self-limiting, emphasizing the importance of vaccines in preventing serious diseases.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The order of vaccines as per the increasing frequency of possible minor adverse reactions:

1. Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV): Has the least frequency of minor adverse reactions.
2. Hemophilus influenza B (HiB): Rarely causes minor reactions.
3. DPT: Can cause mild fever, redness, and swelling at the injection site.
4. BCG: Commonly causes a small swelling or ulcer at the injection site.

This ranking reflects the increasing likelihood of minor adverse reactions associated with each vaccine.