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• #1 Influenza (Flu) Information for Health Care Providers | Influenza (Flu) | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/?page=2878

  Guidance for Influenza Vaccination Learn more about influenza vaccination guidance and recommendations for health care professionals. […] Antiviral medications are an important adjunct to influenza vaccine in the control of influenza.

• #2 Influenza (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK568788/

  Influenza can be transmitted before the patient is symptomatic and until 5 to 7 days after infection. […] Symptoms of influenza include a runny nose, high fever, cough, and sore throat. […] List the nursing care plans of a patient with influenza. […] Assess vitals […] Educate about the flu vaccine. […] While the flu vaccine is not 100% effective, it can lower the intensity and duration of symptoms in most people. […] Individuals who have lung disease, diabetes, chronic illnesses, the elderly, and children should get the flu vaccine as it can prevent admission to the hospital. […] The key is patient education about vaccination. All patients should be encouraged to get the annual flu vaccine that is available in November of each year.

• #3 Flu Vaccine: Side Effects [+ Cheat Sheet] | Lecturio Nursing

  https://www.lecturio.com/nursing/free-cheat-sheet/flu-vaccine-side-effects-tips/

  Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged six months and over. […] Clinicians should select the vaccine preparation that best suits a clients age, medical history, immune status, and other factors. […] The vaccine can be given to clients 6 months and older. […] The effectiveness of the flu vaccine can vary significantly from one year to the next, because it depends on how well this years vaccine is matched with the virus strain circulating in that season. […] Generally, it can be said the flu vaccine tends to reduce the risk of influenza illness by 40-60% among the overall population when the vaccine viruses are well-matched with the circulating virus strains. […] The most common side effects of flu vaccines are mild and resolve within one or two days without intervention.

• #4 Influenza (Flu) and Breastfeeding | Breastfeeding special circumstances | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/illnesses-conditions/flu.html

  Breast milk helps protect infants from many respiratory diseases, including influenza (flu). […] The flu is spread mainly from person-to-person via respiratory droplets when people cough, sneeze, or talk. […] Even if the mother has the flu, breast milk remains the recommended source of nutrition for the infant. […] A mother with the flu may be too sick to feed her infant at the breast. […] Breast milk supply could decrease for some mothers while they are ill. […] When an infant has flu, the mother should be encouraged to continue breastfeeding or feeding expressed breast milk to her infant. […] A breastfeeding mother with flu may need access to a hospital-grade pump and additional lactation support while in the hospital. […] A mother with flu should take precautions to avoid spreading it to her infant, regardless of her feeding method.

• #5 Influenza (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK568788/

  Influenza can be transmitted before the patient is symptomatic and until 5 to 7 days after infection. […] Symptoms of influenza include a runny nose, high fever, cough, and sore throat. […] List the nursing care plans of a patient with influenza. […] Assess vitals […] Educate about the flu vaccine. […] While the flu vaccine is not 100% effective, it can lower the intensity and duration of symptoms in most people. […] Individuals who have lung disease, diabetes, chronic illnesses, the elderly, and children should get the flu vaccine as it can prevent admission to the hospital. […] The key is patient education about vaccination. All patients should be encouraged to get the annual flu vaccine that is available in November of each year.

• #6 Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/influenza-prevention-beyond-the-basics

  People who are vaccinated form antibodies (proteins), which destroy the influenza virus after the person is exposed. […] If you do get the flu after being vaccinated, your symptoms are likely to be milder and last for a shorter time compared with people who were not vaccinated. […] The high-dose intramuscular vaccine is more likely to cause local reactions than the standard-dose intramuscular vaccine. […] Many people are concerned about the safety of vaccines. But for most people, the risk of complications from the vaccine is much smaller than the risk of complications from being infected with the flu. […] Antiviral medicines can help to reduce the chances of developing the flu after being exposed to someone who is infected. […] Infection control measures, like handwashing and covering your mouth when you cough, can help to prevent the spread of influenza. […] Frequent handwashing with soap and water can help limit the spread of influenza. […] Your health care provider is the best source of information for questions and concerns related to your medical problem.

• #7 Influenza (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK568788/

  Influenza can be transmitted before the patient is symptomatic and until 5 to 7 days after infection. […] Symptoms of influenza include a runny nose, high fever, cough, and sore throat. […] List the nursing care plans of a patient with influenza. […] Assess vitals […] Educate about the flu vaccine. […] While the flu vaccine is not 100% effective, it can lower the intensity and duration of symptoms in most people. […] Individuals who have lung disease, diabetes, chronic illnesses, the elderly, and children should get the flu vaccine as it can prevent admission to the hospital. […] The key is patient education about vaccination. All patients should be encouraged to get the annual flu vaccine that is available in November of each year.

• #8 Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/in-depth/flu-shots/art-20048000

  Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu and its complications for almost everyone. […] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends yearly seasonal influenza vaccinations for everyone age 6 months or older who doesn’t have a medical reason to avoid the vaccine. […] Getting a yearly flu vaccine lowers the chances of having serious complications or dying of the flu. This is especially true for people who are at high risk of flu complications. […] High risk groups include: Adults older than age 65. […] People in nursing homes or long-term care. […] Vaccines called high-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccines can help people have a stronger immune response against influenza. People over age 65 can get these vaccines. […] Children between 6 months and 8 years may need two doses of the flu vaccine, given at least four weeks apart, the first time they get a flu vaccine.

• #9 Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/influenza-prevention-beyond-the-basics

  Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) […] The most effective way to prevent influenza (flu) is by getting a yearly influenza vaccine (ie, a flu shot or nasal spray) and using simple infection control measures such as handwashing. […] Getting the influenza vaccine is the most effective way to reduce the chance of becoming infected with the flu. […] The flu vaccine is recommended for all people six months of age and older. […] The vaccine is especially important for: Adults age 50 or older. People who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Adults and children who have chronic lung or heart conditions. This includes children with asthma. Adults and children with chronic diseases, such as diabetes or kidney disease. Adults and children with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection or who have received organ or stem cell transplants. Children and teenagers age 6 months to 18 years who are taking long-term aspirin therapy and might be at risk for Reye syndrome. People who will be pregnant during the influenza season. Adults and children who might transmit influenza to high-risk individuals (including people listed above). This includes health care workers, workers in nursing homes, home health workers, and people who live with a high-risk individual.

• #10 Practical Considerations to Influenza Vaccination

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1069103/

  A significant proportion of the United States population would benefit from receiving the annual influenza vaccination. […] Thus, the vaccination must first target those individuals who are at risk of acquiring, transmitting, or developing complications from the disease. […] Anyone who provides care to those in high-risk groups (including children 2 years) […] Nursing home and long-term care facility employees who have contact with patients or residents […] The inactivated vaccine should not be administered to persons known to have anaphylactic hypersensitivity to eggs or other components of the vaccine. […] Minor illness with or without fever is not a contraindication to administering the influenza vaccine, especially among children with mild upper respiratory tract infections or allergic rhinitis.

• #11 Flu vaccination for healthcare workers who care for people aged 60 or older living in long-term care institutions | Cochrane

  https://www.cochrane.org/CD005187/CENTRALED_flu-vaccination-healthcare-workers-who-care-people-aged-60-or-older-living-long-term-care

  Offering flu vaccination to healthcare workers who care for those aged 60 or over in LTCIs may have little or no effect on flu. […] We have little confidence in the effects of healthcare worker vaccination programmes on the number of residents with chest infections or the number of residents admitted to hospital due to chest infections. […] The effects of HCW vaccination on influenza-specific outcomes in older residents of LTCIs are uncertain. […] Better studies are needed to give greater certainty in the evidence for vaccinating HCWs to prevent influenza in residents aged 60 years or older in LTCIs. […] HCW vaccination probably leads to a reduction in lower respiratory tract infection in residents from 6% to 4%. […] HCW vaccination programmes may have little or no effect on the number of residents admitted to hospital for respiratory illness.

• #12 DHHS: DPH: NC Flu: Providers: Guidance For Older Adults

  https://flu.ncdhhs.gov/providers/older.htm

  Flu vaccination is especially important for people 65 years and older because they are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu. […] People 65 years and older should get a flu shot and not a nasal spray vaccine. […] There are regular flu shots that are approved for use in people 65 and older and there also are two vaccines designed specifically for people 65 and older: the High Dose Flu Vaccine and the Adjuvanted Flu Vaccine. […] Influenza vaccination […] is a key component in preventing transmission of influenza viruses and other infectious agents within health care settings, including in long-term care facilities.

• #13 Flu Vaccine: Side Effects [+ Cheat Sheet] | Lecturio Nursing

  https://www.lecturio.com/nursing/free-cheat-sheet/flu-vaccine-side-effects-tips/

  Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged six months and over. […] Clinicians should select the vaccine preparation that best suits a clients age, medical history, immune status, and other factors. […] The vaccine can be given to clients 6 months and older. […] The effectiveness of the flu vaccine can vary significantly from one year to the next, because it depends on how well this years vaccine is matched with the virus strain circulating in that season. […] Generally, it can be said the flu vaccine tends to reduce the risk of influenza illness by 40-60% among the overall population when the vaccine viruses are well-matched with the circulating virus strains. […] The most common side effects of flu vaccines are mild and resolve within one or two days without intervention.

• #14 Flu Season This Year: What You Need To Know About Flu Vaccines, Symptoms & When To See A Doctor | University Hospitals

  https://www.uhhospitals.org/services/flu-treatment-services

  Getting a flu shot for you and your family is an important part of keeping everyone in your home as healthy as possible this year. […] Flu vaccines are available now. […] You are encouraged to get a flu vaccine every year, preferably before November. […] The flu vaccine is updated each season as needed to protect against the influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the upcoming season. […] Even if you get a strain of the flu not covered by the vaccine, you will experience milder symptoms and recover faster if you get a flu shot this season. […] Flu vaccination is especially important for people age 65 years and older because they are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu. […] Persons over 65 may receive any vaccine available to them even if the high-dose vaccine is not available.

• #15 Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/in-depth/flu-shots/art-20048000

  Also, check with your healthcare team before getting a flu vaccine if you had a serious reaction to a previous flu vaccine. […] If you have an egg allergy, you can receive any of the flu vaccines, anywhere the vaccine is offered. […] The flu vaccine is available as a shot given with a needle, as a jet injection or as a nasal spray. […] For older children and adults, the flu shot is usually given in a muscle in the arm. […] The nasal spray vaccine is approved for people between 2 and 49 years old. […] Check with your healthcare team to see if you need to be cautious about getting a nasal spray flu vaccine. […] The flu vaccine can’t give you the flu. […] How well the flu vaccine works to protect you from the flu can vary. […] The flu vaccine is your best defense against the flu. […] For almost everyone, a flu vaccine can lower the risk of the flu and its complications.

• #16 Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/in-depth/flu-shots/art-20048000

  Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu and its complications for almost everyone. […] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends yearly seasonal influenza vaccinations for everyone age 6 months or older who doesn’t have a medical reason to avoid the vaccine. […] Getting a yearly flu vaccine lowers the chances of having serious complications or dying of the flu. This is especially true for people who are at high risk of flu complications. […] High risk groups include: Adults older than age 65. […] People in nursing homes or long-term care. […] Vaccines called high-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccines can help people have a stronger immune response against influenza. People over age 65 can get these vaccines. […] Children between 6 months and 8 years may need two doses of the flu vaccine, given at least four weeks apart, the first time they get a flu vaccine.

• #17 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  If patients experience any symptoms or are worried about potential side effects of flu vaccines, its important to encourage them to discuss these concerns openly. […] Staying up-to-date on all CDC-recommended vaccinations is critical to help fight these and other viruses. […] As trusted healthcare providers, nurses play a critical and influential role in encouraging Americans to vaccinate against COVID-19 and the flu to help protect themselves and individuals in their communities who are at increased risk of severe flu-related complications. […] Its important that we arent pushing patients but rather giving them the best advice we can, based on science. […] Flu vaccine recommendations have only changed for those 65 years and older. […] Its important to remember that if one cant access a higher dose or adjuvanted flu vaccine, a regular flu shot will suffice because getting a flu vaccine is better than not getting vaccinated against influenza.

• #18 Influenza Vaccination Information | Health and Human Services North Dakota

  https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/influenza/vaccine-information

  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS) recommends providers begin vaccinating for influenza each season as soon as vaccine becomes available. Ideally, people should receive their influenza vaccination by the end of October, but vaccination of unvaccinated people should continue throughout the season, as long as influenza viruses are circulating. […] For the 2022-2023 flu season, there are three flu vaccines that are preferentially recommended for people 65 years and older. These are Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine or Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted flu vaccine. […] If one of the three preferentially recommended flu vaccines for people 65 and older is not available at the time of administration, people in this age group should get an age-appropriate standard-dose flu vaccine instead.

• #19 Practical Considerations to Influenza Vaccination

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1069103/

  A significant proportion of the United States population would benefit from receiving the annual influenza vaccination. […] Thus, the vaccination must first target those individuals who are at risk of acquiring, transmitting, or developing complications from the disease. […] Anyone who provides care to those in high-risk groups (including children 2 years) […] Nursing home and long-term care facility employees who have contact with patients or residents […] The inactivated vaccine should not be administered to persons known to have anaphylactic hypersensitivity to eggs or other components of the vaccine. […] Minor illness with or without fever is not a contraindication to administering the influenza vaccine, especially among children with mild upper respiratory tract infections or allergic rhinitis.

• #20

  https://www.mercy.net/service/flu-vaccine/

  Those with a history of a severe allergy to chicken eggs, a severe reaction to a previous flu shot or a diagnosis of Guillain-Barre Syndrome within 6 weeks of receiving a flu vaccination should not take it. […] It can take up to two weeks for the flu vaccine to become effective, therefore be sure to get your flu shot early in the fall for maximum protection. The level of protection can vary from year to year based on the effectiveness of the vaccine match to the current flu viruses.

• #21 Practical Considerations to Influenza Vaccination

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1069103/

  The live attenuated vaccine should not be given in conjunction with other vaccinations or in patients who are immune suppressed, e.g., individuals receiving corticosteroids, chemotherapy, or having a diagnosis of an immune deficiency syndrome. […] It is important to understand and evaluate both the efficacy and effectiveness of the influenza vaccination in preventing influenza infection in high-risk groups. […] The majority of vaccinated children, including those with chronic lung and congenital heart disease, develop high post-vaccination hemagglutination inhibition antibody titers. […] The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Kaiser Permanente retrospectively evaluated the effectiveness of the inactivated influenza vaccine in 5,139 children aged 6 to 23 months in the Denver area during the 20032004 influenza season.

• #22 Practical Considerations to Influenza Vaccination

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1069103/

  A significant proportion of the United States population would benefit from receiving the annual influenza vaccination. […] Thus, the vaccination must first target those individuals who are at risk of acquiring, transmitting, or developing complications from the disease. […] Anyone who provides care to those in high-risk groups (including children 2 years) […] Nursing home and long-term care facility employees who have contact with patients or residents […] The inactivated vaccine should not be administered to persons known to have anaphylactic hypersensitivity to eggs or other components of the vaccine. […] Minor illness with or without fever is not a contraindication to administering the influenza vaccine, especially among children with mild upper respiratory tract infections or allergic rhinitis.

• #23 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  Its that time of year, and the flu is hitting hard. While nurses learn all about the flu vaccine and treatment in nursing school and life, its good to revisit some basicsespecially when healthcare experts strongly urge people to get the vaccination. […] When discussing flu vaccines with patients, nurses should emphasize that annual vaccination is important as the bodys immune response from vaccination declines over time and as the circulating flu virusesand flu shot formulationvary from year to year. […] Flu vaccines remain the best way for patients to protect themselves and their loved ones. […] I encourage nurses to empower and educate people about the importance of flu shots this season. This includes teaching patients about the safety of the flu vaccine and how it helps to mitigate serious flu-related complications.

• #24 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  Its that time of year, and the flu is hitting hard. While nurses learn all about the flu vaccine and treatment in nursing school and life, its good to revisit some basicsespecially when healthcare experts strongly urge people to get the vaccination. […] When discussing flu vaccines with patients, nurses should emphasize that annual vaccination is important as the bodys immune response from vaccination declines over time and as the circulating flu virusesand flu shot formulationvary from year to year. […] Flu vaccines remain the best way for patients to protect themselves and their loved ones. […] I encourage nurses to empower and educate people about the importance of flu shots this season. This includes teaching patients about the safety of the flu vaccine and how it helps to mitigate serious flu-related complications.

• #25 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  Scientific evidence has shown that adults 65 years and older are at high risk for flu-related complications, hospitalization, and death. […] Nurses should emphasize the importance of flu vaccines and COVID-19 boosters in protecting patients and their loved ones and encourage their patients to time their vaccines however, works best for them. […] Its important to remember and to reiterate to patients that getting the flu vaccine doesnt just mean being protected from flu infection. It can help prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications, such as cardiovascular events, pneumonia, and hospitalizations. Nurses are uniquely positioned as clinicians and educators to help encourage patients to take ownership of their health and get their annual flu vaccine.

• #26 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  Its that time of year, and the flu is hitting hard. While nurses learn all about the flu vaccine and treatment in nursing school and life, its good to revisit some basicsespecially when healthcare experts strongly urge people to get the vaccination. […] When discussing flu vaccines with patients, nurses should emphasize that annual vaccination is important as the bodys immune response from vaccination declines over time and as the circulating flu virusesand flu shot formulationvary from year to year. […] Flu vaccines remain the best way for patients to protect themselves and their loved ones. […] I encourage nurses to empower and educate people about the importance of flu shots this season. This includes teaching patients about the safety of the flu vaccine and how it helps to mitigate serious flu-related complications.

• #27 6 Influenza (Flu) Nursing Care Plans – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza-flu-nursing-care-plans/

  Goals and expected outcomes may include: The client will achieve the return of and ability to maintain patent airways and respiratory status baselines. The client will have clear breath sounds to auscultation and will have respiratory status parameters with optimal air exchange. […] Therapeutic interventions and nursing actions for patients with influenza may include: Administer influenza vaccine as prescribed. The influenza vaccine provides reasonable protection against immunized strains. The vaccination becomes effective 10 to 14 days after administration. It has a 50 to 60% efficacy against influenza B viruses and 70% efficacy against influenza B viruses. Vaccines against seasonal influenza are reformulated annually to contain the most recently circulating strains. […] Annual influenza vaccination has been demonstrated to be effective in reducing morbidity and mortality among high-risk clients.

• #28 Influenza Nursing Care Management and Study Guide – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza/

  Influenza Nursing Care Management […] Nursing management of a patient with influenza include the following: […] Assessment of the patient with influenza include: […] Based on the assessment data, the major nursing diagnosis for influenza are as follows: […] The major nursing care planning goals for influenza are: […] The following are the nursing interventions for a patient with influenza: […] Nursing goals are met as evidenced by: […] Documentation in a patient with influenza include the following:

• #29 6 Influenza (Flu) Nursing Care Plans – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza-flu-nursing-care-plans/

  Utilize this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to provide effective care for patients with influenza. Gain valuable insights on nursing assessment, interventions, goals, and nursing diagnosis specifically tailored for influenza in this guide. […] Unless complications occur, influenza doesn’t require hospitalization and nursing care usually focuses on the prevention of the disease and relief of symptoms. […] The following are the nursing priorities for patients with influenza: Management of respiratory dysfunction. Managing fever and respiratory symptoms. Infection control and prevention. Fluid and electrolyte imbalance. […] Following a thorough assessment, a nursing diagnosis is formulated to specifically address the challenges associated with influenza based on the nurse’s clinical judgement and understanding of the patient’s unique health condition.

• #30 6 Influenza (Flu) Nursing Care Plans – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza-flu-nursing-care-plans/

  Educate about influenza immunizations. For high-risk clients and healthcare personnel, suggest annual inoculations at the start of the flu season. The vaccine administered is based on the previous year’s virus and is usually about 75% effective. […] Instruct the client and family members that those who are at risk for influenza should always be immunized with the flu vaccine. Vaccination should be given around October prior to the start of the outbreak of influenza season but can be given throughout this time until late winter.

• #31

  https://journals.lww.com/jncqjournal/fulltext/2022/01000/nursing_interventions_increase_influenza.9.aspx

  Influenza vaccinations are a preventive health quality measure. Home telehealth nursing staff interventions can reduce influenza disease burden and complications. […] To improve seasonal flu vaccine rates using novel home telehealth clinical and technology interventions. […] Interventions resulted in vaccination rates of 70.4% for Veterans ages 19 to 65 years, and 81.7% for Veterans 66 years and older, exceeding national, regional, and local Veterans Administration targets. […] Nursing interventions can increase influenza vaccination quality measures for primary care home telehealth patients.

• #32 Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.influenza-flu-vaccine-care-instructions.uf9097

  If you or your child has a sore arm or a slight fever after the vaccine, take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). […] Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if after getting the flu vaccine: You think you are having a reaction to the flu vaccine, such as a new fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.

• #33 Flu Vaccine: Side Effects [+ Cheat Sheet] | Lecturio Nursing

  https://www.lecturio.com/nursing/free-cheat-sheet/flu-vaccine-side-effects-tips/

  Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged six months and over. […] Clinicians should select the vaccine preparation that best suits a clients age, medical history, immune status, and other factors. […] The vaccine can be given to clients 6 months and older. […] The effectiveness of the flu vaccine can vary significantly from one year to the next, because it depends on how well this years vaccine is matched with the virus strain circulating in that season. […] Generally, it can be said the flu vaccine tends to reduce the risk of influenza illness by 40-60% among the overall population when the vaccine viruses are well-matched with the circulating virus strains. […] The most common side effects of flu vaccines are mild and resolve within one or two days without intervention.

• #34 Flu Patient Education – American Osteopathic AssociationSearchSearch

  https://osteopathic.org/practicing-medicine/flu-prevention-toolkit/flu-patient-education/

  The flu vaccine prevents millions of individuals from becoming ill each year and the need for many flu-related doctor’s visits. […] If an individual feels any side effects from the flu vaccine, they usual are very mild and may consist of one of more of the following: soreness, redness, swelling in the arm; headache; muscle aches; fatigue; fever; and nausea. […] There are 2 egg-free flu vaccine options available. […] The following resources and materials are free to download and print for distribution to patients.

• #35 Influenza Vaccination Information | Health and Human Services North Dakota

  https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/influenza/vaccine-information

  Flu vaccine can be lifesaving in children. […] Getting vaccinated yourself may also protect people around you, including those who are more vulnerable to serious flu illness, like babies and young children, older people, and people with certain chronic health conditions. […] Common side effects from a flu shot include soreness, redness, and/or swelling where the shot was given, headache (low grade), fever, nausea, muscle aches, and fatigue. […] Life-threatening allergic reactions to flu shots are very rare. […] If they do occur, it is usually within a few minutes to a few hours after receiving the shot. […] Flu vaccine side effects are generally mild and go away on their own within a few days. […] There are several reasons why someone might get flu symptoms even after they have been vaccinated against flu.

• #36 Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.influenza-flu-vaccine-care-instructions.uf9097

  If you or your child has a sore arm or a slight fever after the vaccine, take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). […] Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if after getting the flu vaccine: You think you are having a reaction to the flu vaccine, such as a new fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.

• #37 Adventist Health What to Do Before and After Your Flu Shot | Adventist Health

  https://www.adventisthealth.org/blog/what-to-do-before-and-after-your-flu-shot

  It’s normal to experience mild soreness, swelling or redness at the injection site. […] Move your arm frequently to keep blood flowing, and it will feel better in a day or two. […] You can do your normal activities after a flu shot. […] If side effects linger or worsen, call your doctor. […] There is some debate among doctors over whether to take over-the-counter pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). […] Talk to your doctor about what to do if you’re bothered by a sore arm or slight fever after a shot.

• #38 Flu Vaccine: Side Effects [+ Cheat Sheet] | Lecturio Nursing

  https://www.lecturio.com/nursing/free-cheat-sheet/flu-vaccine-side-effects-tips/

  After receiving a flu shot, it is best for clients to avoid strenuous activity and rest, especially with the arm of the injection, to not exacerbate arm soreness. […] Patients should contact their healthcare providers if they notice signs of a severe allergic reaction or experience seizures. […] It is advised to not immediately travel after receiving a flu vaccine, in case more severe side effects do develop and treatment is needed.

• #39 Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.influenza-flu-vaccine-care-instructions.uf9097

  If you or your child has a sore arm or a slight fever after the vaccine, take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). […] Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if after getting the flu vaccine: You think you are having a reaction to the flu vaccine, such as a new fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.

• #40 Influenza (flu) vaccine | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

  https://www.health.gov.au/topics/immunisation/vaccines/influenza-flu-vaccine

  If you are an aged care worker you may also be required to get an influenza vaccine. […] Influenza vaccination is recommended for pregnant women at any stage during pregnancy. […] You can get your influenza vaccine from a range of health services. […] Not all of health services will have the free National Immunisation Program vaccines. […] You may experience minor side effects following vaccination. Most reactions are mild and only last a couple of days and you will recover without any problems. […] Talk to your health professional about possible side effects of the influenza vaccines, or if you or your child have side effects that worry you.

• #41 Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/in-depth/flu-shots/art-20048000

  Also, check with your healthcare team before getting a flu vaccine if you had a serious reaction to a previous flu vaccine. […] If you have an egg allergy, you can receive any of the flu vaccines, anywhere the vaccine is offered. […] The flu vaccine is available as a shot given with a needle, as a jet injection or as a nasal spray. […] For older children and adults, the flu shot is usually given in a muscle in the arm. […] The nasal spray vaccine is approved for people between 2 and 49 years old. […] Check with your healthcare team to see if you need to be cautious about getting a nasal spray flu vaccine. […] The flu vaccine can’t give you the flu. […] How well the flu vaccine works to protect you from the flu can vary. […] The flu vaccine is your best defense against the flu. […] For almost everyone, a flu vaccine can lower the risk of the flu and its complications.

• #42 Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.influenza-flu-vaccine-care-instructions.uf9097

  If you or your child has a sore arm or a slight fever after the vaccine, take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). […] Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if after getting the flu vaccine: You think you are having a reaction to the flu vaccine, such as a new fever. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.

• #43 Your Child’s Vaccines: Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/flu-vaccine.html

  The flu vaccine protects against influenza (what most of us call „the flu”), a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that can make a person feel very sick. […] The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. It does not cause the flu and it helps keep kids and parents from getting sick. […] Getting the flu vaccine not only protects you from the flu. It also helps protect the people and community around you. The flu vaccine makes someone less likely to get the flu, and therefore less likely to spread the flu. […] It’s best to get the flu vaccine early in flu season, ideally by the end of October. This gives the body a chance to make antibodies that protect it from the flu. […] Talk to your doctor about how many doses your child needs. […] The flu vaccine usually is available at doctors’ offices, public, employee, and university health clinics, most drugstores, some supermarkets and big-box stores, some community groups or centers, and some schools.

• #44 Flu Patient Education – American Osteopathic AssociationSearchSearch

  https://osteopathic.org/practicing-medicine/flu-prevention-toolkit/flu-patient-education/

  Learn strategies for addressing vaccine hesitation and ensuring your patients are armed with the knowledge they need to stay healthy. […] It is important to educate patients that a yearly influenza vaccine and good health habits are the most effective ways to prevent flu. Discussing the flu prevention measures below recommended by the CDC can reduce the likelihood of getting and spreading influenza. […] Obtain a yearly influenza vaccine. […] Osteopathic physicians and their teams must be ready to respond to individuals who may be hesitant about the vaccine and discuss concerns with patients. […] Many individuals have no side effects from the flu shot and most side effects from the vaccine are mild and resolve within a few days. […] The CDC estimates that there have been 12,000 – 52,000 deaths from the flu annually between 2010 and 2020 and that the flu vaccination prevented over 6,300 influenza-associated deaths during the 2019-2020 flu season.

• #45 8 things doctors wish patients knew about flu vaccines | American Medical Association

  https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/8-things-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-flu-vaccines

  The flu season which typically runs from October through May can be severe. Everyone six months of age and older is recommended to get the influenza vaccine to reduce the risk of severe outcomes. […] Last year’s flu season resulted in at least 35 million illnesses, 390,000 hospitalizations and 25,000 deaths in the U.S. […] The vaccine doesn’t give you the flu. The flu vaccine is made of pieces of the virus or inactivated virus, and the nasal spray is a whole virus, but it’s an attenuated form of the virus, so neither kind can actually give you the flu. […] The updated COVID-19 vaccine, designed to better match currently circulating variants, is now available for patients 6 months or older. Coadministration of flu and updated COVID-19 vaccines is recommended if you are eligible and the timing coincides.

• #46 Flu Patient Education – American Osteopathic AssociationSearchSearch

  https://osteopathic.org/practicing-medicine/flu-prevention-toolkit/flu-patient-education/

  Learn strategies for addressing vaccine hesitation and ensuring your patients are armed with the knowledge they need to stay healthy. […] It is important to educate patients that a yearly influenza vaccine and good health habits are the most effective ways to prevent flu. Discussing the flu prevention measures below recommended by the CDC can reduce the likelihood of getting and spreading influenza. […] Obtain a yearly influenza vaccine. […] Osteopathic physicians and their teams must be ready to respond to individuals who may be hesitant about the vaccine and discuss concerns with patients. […] Many individuals have no side effects from the flu shot and most side effects from the vaccine are mild and resolve within a few days. […] The CDC estimates that there have been 12,000 – 52,000 deaths from the flu annually between 2010 and 2020 and that the flu vaccination prevented over 6,300 influenza-associated deaths during the 2019-2020 flu season.

• #47 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  If patients experience any symptoms or are worried about potential side effects of flu vaccines, its important to encourage them to discuss these concerns openly. […] Staying up-to-date on all CDC-recommended vaccinations is critical to help fight these and other viruses. […] As trusted healthcare providers, nurses play a critical and influential role in encouraging Americans to vaccinate against COVID-19 and the flu to help protect themselves and individuals in their communities who are at increased risk of severe flu-related complications. […] Its important that we arent pushing patients but rather giving them the best advice we can, based on science. […] Flu vaccine recommendations have only changed for those 65 years and older. […] Its important to remember that if one cant access a higher dose or adjuvanted flu vaccine, a regular flu shot will suffice because getting a flu vaccine is better than not getting vaccinated against influenza.

• #48 Flu Patient Education – American Osteopathic AssociationSearchSearch

  https://osteopathic.org/practicing-medicine/flu-prevention-toolkit/flu-patient-education/

  Learn strategies for addressing vaccine hesitation and ensuring your patients are armed with the knowledge they need to stay healthy. […] It is important to educate patients that a yearly influenza vaccine and good health habits are the most effective ways to prevent flu. Discussing the flu prevention measures below recommended by the CDC can reduce the likelihood of getting and spreading influenza. […] Obtain a yearly influenza vaccine. […] Osteopathic physicians and their teams must be ready to respond to individuals who may be hesitant about the vaccine and discuss concerns with patients. […] Many individuals have no side effects from the flu shot and most side effects from the vaccine are mild and resolve within a few days. […] The CDC estimates that there have been 12,000 – 52,000 deaths from the flu annually between 2010 and 2020 and that the flu vaccination prevented over 6,300 influenza-associated deaths during the 2019-2020 flu season.

• #49 Health Care Personnel COVID & Influenza Vaccination References and Resources | Mass.gov

  https://www.mass.gov/info-details/health-care-personnel-covid-influenza-vaccination-references-and-resources

  Many resources are available to help healthcare facilities develop influenza campaigns and identify best practices for increasing HCP vaccination rates. […] The following is a non-inclusive list of resources: […] Influenza Vaccination of Health-Care Personnel […] Strategies for Improving Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Rates […] The Massachusetts Department of Public Health website provides information, clinical advisories and guidance for healthcare professionals on the prevention and treatment of influenza.

• #50

  https://journals.lww.com/jncqjournal/fulltext/2022/01000/nursing_interventions_increase_influenza.9.aspx

  Influenza vaccinations are a preventive health quality measure. Home telehealth nursing staff interventions can reduce influenza disease burden and complications. […] To improve seasonal flu vaccine rates using novel home telehealth clinical and technology interventions. […] Interventions resulted in vaccination rates of 70.4% for Veterans ages 19 to 65 years, and 81.7% for Veterans 66 years and older, exceeding national, regional, and local Veterans Administration targets. […] Nursing interventions can increase influenza vaccination quality measures for primary care home telehealth patients.

• #51

• #52 Influenza (Flu) Information for Public Health and Healthcare | Washington State Department of Health

  https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/public-health-system-resources-and-services/immunization/influenza-flu-information

  Remember to Take 3 actions to fight flu this season. 1. Get a Vaccine in shot or mist form. 2. Wash your hands. 3. Take antivirals if prescribed by your doctor if you get the flu. […] As a healthcare professional, you’re a trusted source of information. Set a healthy example for your community by getting an annual flu vaccine and promoting vaccination among coworkers. Remind patients to get a flu vaccine as soon as it’s available. […] Help protect residents from serious illnesses! The COVID-19, Flu, and Pneumococcal Letter (PDF) is for long-term care and assisted living providers in WA State, which includes: Adult Family Home, Assisted Living Facility, Supported Living, Enhanced Services Facility, ICF/IID, and Nursing Home. The letter has been written by DOH and DSHS to strongly recommend and encourage providers to immunize their residents against COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia this year. The letter contains recommendations on COVID-19, flu, and pneumococcal immunization, as well as additional tips and resources to help you prepare for this flu season. […] Influenza vaccination information for health care workers (CDC)

• #53 Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/influenza-prevention-beyond-the-basics

  People who are vaccinated form antibodies (proteins), which destroy the influenza virus after the person is exposed. […] If you do get the flu after being vaccinated, your symptoms are likely to be milder and last for a shorter time compared with people who were not vaccinated. […] The high-dose intramuscular vaccine is more likely to cause local reactions than the standard-dose intramuscular vaccine. […] Many people are concerned about the safety of vaccines. But for most people, the risk of complications from the vaccine is much smaller than the risk of complications from being infected with the flu. […] Antiviral medicines can help to reduce the chances of developing the flu after being exposed to someone who is infected. […] Infection control measures, like handwashing and covering your mouth when you cough, can help to prevent the spread of influenza. […] Frequent handwashing with soap and water can help limit the spread of influenza. […] Your health care provider is the best source of information for questions and concerns related to your medical problem.

• #54 Practical Considerations to Influenza Vaccination

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1069103/

  A significant proportion of the United States population would benefit from receiving the annual influenza vaccination. […] Thus, the vaccination must first target those individuals who are at risk of acquiring, transmitting, or developing complications from the disease. […] Anyone who provides care to those in high-risk groups (including children 2 years) […] Nursing home and long-term care facility employees who have contact with patients or residents […] The inactivated vaccine should not be administered to persons known to have anaphylactic hypersensitivity to eggs or other components of the vaccine. […] Minor illness with or without fever is not a contraindication to administering the influenza vaccine, especially among children with mild upper respiratory tract infections or allergic rhinitis.

• #55 Influenza (flu) vaccine | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

  https://www.health.gov.au/topics/immunisation/vaccines/influenza-flu-vaccine

  Influenza vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect yourself and your family from serious disease caused by influenza. […] Yearly influenza vaccination is recommended for all people aged 6 months and over. Talk to your health professional about getting vaccinated. […] The influenza vaccines are free under the National Immunisation Program for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over, Children aged 6 months to under 5 years, Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy, People aged 65 years or over, People aged 6 months or over who have medical conditions that mean they have a higher risk of getting serious disease. […] Your health professional can advise if you or your child have a specified medical risk condition. […] Children under nine years getting their influenza vaccination for the first time need two doses of vaccine, given one month apart.

• #56 Influenza (Flu) and Breastfeeding | Breastfeeding special circumstances | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/illnesses-conditions/flu.html

  Immunizations are safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. […] Flu vaccination is safe for breastfeeding women and their infants 6 months and older. […] Women who get the flu vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding develop antibodies that are shared with infants through breast milk. […] To help protect breastfeeding mothers and their infants from flu, health care providers can encourage mothers to get the flu vaccination for themselves, their children 6 months and older, other household members, and others caring for their infants.

• #57 What’s New

  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/pages/immunization/influenza.aspx

  Flu can be a serious illness that is easily spread from person to person. CDC estimates that flu causes millions of illnesses, hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and thousands of deaths each year in the United States. The best way to protect yourself and your family against flu is by getting vaccinated. Everyone six months of age and older should receive the flu vaccine every year. […] Flu vaccines help keep you from getting very sick from flu. Flu vaccines lower chances of illness and hospitalization. […] Flu vaccines lower the risk of serious flu complications. Especially among older adults or those with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and heart disease. […] Flu vaccines during pregnancy help protect people who are pregnant and their babies from flu complications. This includes early delivery, low birth weight of the baby, and stillbirth.

• #58 Influenza (Flu) and Breastfeeding | Breastfeeding special circumstances | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/illnesses-conditions/flu.html

  Immunizations are safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. […] Flu vaccination is safe for breastfeeding women and their infants 6 months and older. […] Women who get the flu vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding develop antibodies that are shared with infants through breast milk. […] To help protect breastfeeding mothers and their infants from flu, health care providers can encourage mothers to get the flu vaccination for themselves, their children 6 months and older, other household members, and others caring for their infants.

• #59 Influenza (Flu) and Breastfeeding | Breastfeeding special circumstances | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/illnesses-conditions/flu.html

  Breast milk helps protect infants from many respiratory diseases, including influenza (flu). […] The flu is spread mainly from person-to-person via respiratory droplets when people cough, sneeze, or talk. […] Even if the mother has the flu, breast milk remains the recommended source of nutrition for the infant. […] A mother with the flu may be too sick to feed her infant at the breast. […] Breast milk supply could decrease for some mothers while they are ill. […] When an infant has flu, the mother should be encouraged to continue breastfeeding or feeding expressed breast milk to her infant. […] A breastfeeding mother with flu may need access to a hospital-grade pump and additional lactation support while in the hospital. […] A mother with flu should take precautions to avoid spreading it to her infant, regardless of her feeding method.

• #60 What Nurses Need to Know About the Flu Vaccine – Daily Nurse

  https://www.dailynurse.com/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-the-flu-vaccine/

  Scientific evidence has shown that adults 65 years and older are at high risk for flu-related complications, hospitalization, and death. […] Nurses should emphasize the importance of flu vaccines and COVID-19 boosters in protecting patients and their loved ones and encourage their patients to time their vaccines however, works best for them. […] Its important to remember and to reiterate to patients that getting the flu vaccine doesnt just mean being protected from flu infection. It can help prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications, such as cardiovascular events, pneumonia, and hospitalizations. Nurses are uniquely positioned as clinicians and educators to help encourage patients to take ownership of their health and get their annual flu vaccine.

• #61 DHHS: DPH: NC Flu: Providers: Guidance For Older Adults

  https://flu.ncdhhs.gov/providers/older.htm

  Flu vaccination is especially important for people 65 years and older because they are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu. […] People 65 years and older should get a flu shot and not a nasal spray vaccine. […] There are regular flu shots that are approved for use in people 65 and older and there also are two vaccines designed specifically for people 65 and older: the High Dose Flu Vaccine and the Adjuvanted Flu Vaccine. […] Influenza vaccination […] is a key component in preventing transmission of influenza viruses and other infectious agents within health care settings, including in long-term care facilities.

• #62 DHHS: DPH: NC Flu: Providers: Guidance For Older Adults

  https://flu.ncdhhs.gov/providers/older.htm

  Flu vaccination is especially important for people 65 years and older because they are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu. […] People 65 years and older should get a flu shot and not a nasal spray vaccine. […] There are regular flu shots that are approved for use in people 65 and older and there also are two vaccines designed specifically for people 65 and older: the High Dose Flu Vaccine and the Adjuvanted Flu Vaccine. […] Influenza vaccination […] is a key component in preventing transmission of influenza viruses and other infectious agents within health care settings, including in long-term care facilities.

• #63 Flu prevention & care | Endeavor Health

  https://www.endeavorhealth.org/services/flu

  CDC guidelines recommend that anyone 6 months of age and older, including pregnant women, get the flu vaccine annually. This is particularly important for people who are at high risk of complications. While the vaccine doesn’t eliminate the chances of getting the flu, it can protect you from severe symptoms if you do become infected. […] For adults 65 and older, there are three flu vaccines that are recommended for people in this age group: Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent inactivated flu vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine and Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted inactivated flu vaccine. If none of the three flu vaccines are available when it’s time to get vaccinated, people 65 and older can receive any other flu vaccine that is right for their age instead.

• #64 Influenza Vaccination Information | Health and Human Services North Dakota

  https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/influenza/vaccine-information

  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS) recommends providers begin vaccinating for influenza each season as soon as vaccine becomes available. Ideally, people should receive their influenza vaccination by the end of October, but vaccination of unvaccinated people should continue throughout the season, as long as influenza viruses are circulating. […] For the 2022-2023 flu season, there are three flu vaccines that are preferentially recommended for people 65 years and older. These are Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine or Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted flu vaccine. […] If one of the three preferentially recommended flu vaccines for people 65 and older is not available at the time of administration, people in this age group should get an age-appropriate standard-dose flu vaccine instead.

• #65 Your Child’s Vaccines: Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/flu-vaccine.html

  The flu vaccine protects against influenza (what most of us call „the flu”), a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that can make a person feel very sick. […] The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. It does not cause the flu and it helps keep kids and parents from getting sick. […] Getting the flu vaccine not only protects you from the flu. It also helps protect the people and community around you. The flu vaccine makes someone less likely to get the flu, and therefore less likely to spread the flu. […] It’s best to get the flu vaccine early in flu season, ideally by the end of October. This gives the body a chance to make antibodies that protect it from the flu. […] Talk to your doctor about how many doses your child needs. […] The flu vaccine usually is available at doctors’ offices, public, employee, and university health clinics, most drugstores, some supermarkets and big-box stores, some community groups or centers, and some schools.

• #66 Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/in-depth/flu-shots/art-20048000

  Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu and its complications for almost everyone. […] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends yearly seasonal influenza vaccinations for everyone age 6 months or older who doesn’t have a medical reason to avoid the vaccine. […] Getting a yearly flu vaccine lowers the chances of having serious complications or dying of the flu. This is especially true for people who are at high risk of flu complications. […] High risk groups include: Adults older than age 65. […] People in nursing homes or long-term care. […] Vaccines called high-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccines can help people have a stronger immune response against influenza. People over age 65 can get these vaccines. […] Children between 6 months and 8 years may need two doses of the flu vaccine, given at least four weeks apart, the first time they get a flu vaccine.

• #67 Immunizations: Influenza Vaccine Data | Wisconsin Department of Health Services

  https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/influenza.htm

  Influenza, also called the flu, affects people differently and can lead to serious complications or even death. The best way to protect yourself and your community from the flu is to get a vaccine every fall. Flu vaccines are safe and effective at protecting people against illness, hospitalization, and even death. […] Individuals are recommended to receive an annual flu vaccine. Most individuals will need one dose of flu vaccine each season. Children 6 months to 8 years old who have received less than two flu vaccines in the past, or don’t know whether they received less than two vaccines in the past, should get two doses of vaccine this season. […] Vaccination coverage: An estimated percentage of the whole population who have received a flu vaccine. This helps us understand how well communities are protected from flu. It also helps us see which areas and groups are less protected against flu. […] The map above can be used to help public health officials identify neighborhoods and communities with low influenza vaccination coverage. Public health officials can target messaging and increase access to influenza vaccines to areas with low coverage and low SVI scores.

• #68 What’s New

  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/pages/immunization/influenza.aspx

  Flu vaccines help babies and young children stay healthy. Flu vaccines help protect love ones who are at risk from flu. Getting vaccinated not helps protect infants, young children, and older adults in your family. […] Flu vaccines can be given at the same time as other recommended vaccines, such as COVID-19 and RSV. It is safe, effective, and convenient to get these vaccines at the same time. […] Some local health departments may also offer low- or no-cost flu vaccines.

• #69 Pediatric Flu Treatment, Symptoms and Prevention | Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

  https://www.choa.org/medical-services/infectious-diseases/flu

  Getting the flu vaccine is the best way to protect your family this flu season. […] A flu shot can be lifesaving, especially for vulnerable populations. […] The best way to keep your family healthy is to stay up to date on your annual flu vaccinations. […] Contact your child’s pediatrician or find a facility near you that offers the flu vaccine using the HealthMap Vaccine Finder. […] Remember, it’s never too late to get a flu shot. […] If you suspect your child has the flu, you can often care for her safely at home by providing her with plenty of fluids and making sure she gets lots of rest. […] Parents should know how to spot the flu, how to treat their kids symptoms and how to prevent it from spreading within their families. […] When your pediatrician isn’t available, our Urgent Care Center physicians are here for you plus, they’re specially trained to diagnose and treat children’s and teens common illnesses and injuries.

• #70 Influenza (Flu) and Breastfeeding | Breastfeeding special circumstances | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/illnesses-conditions/flu.html

  Immunizations are safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. […] Flu vaccination is safe for breastfeeding women and their infants 6 months and older. […] Women who get the flu vaccine while pregnant or breastfeeding develop antibodies that are shared with infants through breast milk. […] To help protect breastfeeding mothers and their infants from flu, health care providers can encourage mothers to get the flu vaccination for themselves, their children 6 months and older, other household members, and others caring for their infants.

• #71 Where to get a Flu Vaccine

  https://www.michigan.gov/flu/prevent/get-vaccine

  Getting a flu vaccine is easy, and it is the first and most important step you can take in protecting yourself and your loved ones from flu. […] Contact your doctor or Local Health Department to ask about flu vaccine availability, or for a list of flu vaccination clinics near you, please visit the Vaccine Finder. […] Most flu vaccine is free or low cost with insurance; however, if you are uninsured or underinsured there are options available. […] The Michigan VFC Program provides vaccines at no cost to children less than 19 years of age and are either Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, underinsured, or American Indian/Alaska Native. […] The Michigan AVP Program provides vaccine at no cost to eligible adults 19 years and older who are uninsured or underinsured seen at participating providers such as Local Health Departments, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Tribal Health Centers, Migrant Health Centers, and more!

• #72 Seasonal Flu – NYC Health

  https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/flu-seasonal.page

  Annual vaccination is the best way to protect against the flu. […] Flu vaccines are safe and the best way to protect yourself against getting sick. Getting a flu vaccine reduces your risk of getting the flu and reduces your risk of severe illness, hospitalization and death if you do get it. […] Everyone ages 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every year, even if they have received a flu vaccine or had the flu in prior seasons. […] It is especially important to get vaccinated if: You are a health care worker or caregiver for or have close contact with people who are in a high-risk group. […] Flu vaccines are widely available at doctors offices, pharmacies, community health clinics and through employer-sponsored programs. […] The flu vaccine is usually given by an injection (shot), but there is also a nasal spray flu vaccine.

• #73 Your Child’s Vaccines: Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/flu-vaccine.html

  The flu vaccine protects against influenza (what most of us call „the flu”), a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that can make a person feel very sick. […] The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. It does not cause the flu and it helps keep kids and parents from getting sick. […] Getting the flu vaccine not only protects you from the flu. It also helps protect the people and community around you. The flu vaccine makes someone less likely to get the flu, and therefore less likely to spread the flu. […] It’s best to get the flu vaccine early in flu season, ideally by the end of October. This gives the body a chance to make antibodies that protect it from the flu. […] Talk to your doctor about how many doses your child needs. […] The flu vaccine usually is available at doctors’ offices, public, employee, and university health clinics, most drugstores, some supermarkets and big-box stores, some community groups or centers, and some schools.

• #74 Flu Shots Coverage

  https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/flu-shots

  If youre 65 or older, you have a higher risk of getting sick from respiratory viruses like the flu, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Vaccines are a safe way to protect yourself from serious complications and hospital visits. This flu season, it’s important to get your flu, COVID-19, and RSV shots. […] The flu shot can keep you from getting sick with seasonal influenza (flu) viruses during the fall and winter. […] People 65 and older can get a trivalent flu shot to lower the risk of hospital visits and death. The trivalent vaccine is safe and effective. […] You pay nothing for a flu shot if your doctor or other health care provider accepts assignment for giving you the shot. […] Dont wait to get the flu shot. There are many places you can get one, including your doctors office and your local pharmacy contact them for details. […] You can protect yourself against COVID-19 by getting your COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as your flu shot.

• #75 Where to get a Flu Vaccine

  https://www.michigan.gov/flu/prevent/get-vaccine

  Getting a flu vaccine is easy, and it is the first and most important step you can take in protecting yourself and your loved ones from flu. […] Contact your doctor or Local Health Department to ask about flu vaccine availability, or for a list of flu vaccination clinics near you, please visit the Vaccine Finder. […] Most flu vaccine is free or low cost with insurance; however, if you are uninsured or underinsured there are options available. […] The Michigan VFC Program provides vaccines at no cost to children less than 19 years of age and are either Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, underinsured, or American Indian/Alaska Native. […] The Michigan AVP Program provides vaccine at no cost to eligible adults 19 years and older who are uninsured or underinsured seen at participating providers such as Local Health Departments, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Tribal Health Centers, Migrant Health Centers, and more!

• #76 Where to get a Flu Vaccine

  https://www.michigan.gov/flu/prevent/get-vaccine

  Getting a flu vaccine is easy, and it is the first and most important step you can take in protecting yourself and your loved ones from flu. […] Contact your doctor or Local Health Department to ask about flu vaccine availability, or for a list of flu vaccination clinics near you, please visit the Vaccine Finder. […] Most flu vaccine is free or low cost with insurance; however, if you are uninsured or underinsured there are options available. […] The Michigan VFC Program provides vaccines at no cost to children less than 19 years of age and are either Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, underinsured, or American Indian/Alaska Native. […] The Michigan AVP Program provides vaccine at no cost to eligible adults 19 years and older who are uninsured or underinsured seen at participating providers such as Local Health Departments, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Tribal Health Centers, Migrant Health Centers, and more!

• #77 Influenza Vaccination Information | Health and Human Services North Dakota

  https://www.hhs.nd.gov/health/influenza/vaccine-information

  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS) recommends providers begin vaccinating for influenza each season as soon as vaccine becomes available. Ideally, people should receive their influenza vaccination by the end of October, but vaccination of unvaccinated people should continue throughout the season, as long as influenza viruses are circulating. […] For the 2022-2023 flu season, there are three flu vaccines that are preferentially recommended for people 65 years and older. These are Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine or Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted flu vaccine. […] If one of the three preferentially recommended flu vaccines for people 65 and older is not available at the time of administration, people in this age group should get an age-appropriate standard-dose flu vaccine instead.

• #78 Flu prevention & care | Endeavor Health

  https://www.endeavorhealth.org/services/flu

  CDC guidelines recommend that anyone 6 months of age and older, including pregnant women, get the flu vaccine annually. This is particularly important for people who are at high risk of complications. While the vaccine doesn’t eliminate the chances of getting the flu, it can protect you from severe symptoms if you do become infected. […] For adults 65 and older, there are three flu vaccines that are recommended for people in this age group: Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent inactivated flu vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine and Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted inactivated flu vaccine. If none of the three flu vaccines are available when it’s time to get vaccinated, people 65 and older can receive any other flu vaccine that is right for their age instead.

• #79 Influenza (flu) – immunisation | Better Health Channel

  https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/flu-influenza-immunisation

  Influenza immunisation provides protection against influenza and helps reduce the number of infections and deaths. […] Yearly flu immunisation is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over. […] Some people are more at risk of complications from the flu and are eligible for the free flu vaccine. […] You can get a flu vaccine from your GP, local council immunisation service, or local pharmacist immuniser. […] The flu vaccine protects you, your family, and the community. It also helps reduce the risk of severe illnesses and flu related complications. […] Speak to your immunisation provider to see if you are eligible for a free flu vaccine. […] In Victoria the most common way people access the flu vaccine is from their doctor (GP) or a pharmacist immuniser. […] Yearly vaccination before the onset of each flu season is recommended.

• #80 Flu Shots and Prevention – Student Life Guide – University at Buffalo

  https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/life-on-campus/health/medical-care/flu-shots.html

  Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season, according to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention. […] UBs health-related professional students are required to submit proof of the influenza vaccination annually. […] Each student is responsible for submitting their Vaccine Administration Record (VAR) to Student Health Services. […] When submitting proof of flu vaccination, you must obtain a copy of the VAR, or a copy of the immunization record on letterhead. […] The VAR or immunization record must include: date the flu shot was administered, lot number, manufacturer, and expiration date. […] All pharmacies are capable of providing a printout of the VAR you should ask for this specific form by name. […] Receipts of payment/copays from pharmacies are NOT adequate as proof of a flu vaccine, as they do not show that the vaccine was actually administered. […] Do not wait until your departments deadline to submit your VAR to Student Health Services.

• #81 Flu Shots and Prevention – Student Life Guide – University at Buffalo

  https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/life-on-campus/health/medical-care/flu-shots.html

  Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season, according to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention. […] UBs health-related professional students are required to submit proof of the influenza vaccination annually. […] Each student is responsible for submitting their Vaccine Administration Record (VAR) to Student Health Services. […] When submitting proof of flu vaccination, you must obtain a copy of the VAR, or a copy of the immunization record on letterhead. […] The VAR or immunization record must include: date the flu shot was administered, lot number, manufacturer, and expiration date. […] All pharmacies are capable of providing a printout of the VAR you should ask for this specific form by name. […] Receipts of payment/copays from pharmacies are NOT adequate as proof of a flu vaccine, as they do not show that the vaccine was actually administered. […] Do not wait until your departments deadline to submit your VAR to Student Health Services.

• #82

  https://www.tricare.mil/fluvaccine

  TRICARE covers the flu vaccine. The flu vaccine: Is recommended for all age groups 6 months to 64 years. Has a high dose version available for those aged 65 years and older. You’re required to get the flu vaccine. You have priority to get the vaccine at military hospitals and military clinics. If you go to a participating network pharmacy, you won’t have any cost-shares or copayments if the flu vaccine is administered by a pharmacist. When you get a flu vaccine from a participating network pharmacy, follow your service policy guidance for recording the vaccine in your shot record. […] TRICARE covers the flu vaccine with no cost-shares or copayments if its administered by a pharmacist at a participating network pharmacy or by a TRICARE-authorized provider. […] Active duty service members must have a referral to get the vaccine from any provider other than their primary care manager.

• #83 Influenza (Flu) Information for Health Care Providers | Influenza (Flu) | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/?page=2878

  Guidance for Influenza Vaccination Learn more about influenza vaccination guidance and recommendations for health care professionals. […] Antiviral medications are an important adjunct to influenza vaccine in the control of influenza.

• #84 Flu Shots, Prevention, Symptoms and Care | Froedtert & MCW

  https://www.froedtert.com/flu

  Flu shots are important not only to reduce your risk from flu, but also to prevent community spread and keep everyone as healthy as possible. […] The flu vaccine protects you from getting sick with flu and reduces the severity of your symptoms if you do get sick. […] If you think you may have the flu, talk to your doctor. […] There are antiviral medications that can shorten the duration of the flu, if the medications are given early. Antiviral medications are important in controlling the flu, but they are not a substitute for the vaccination. […] Most people with the flu do not need medical care. However, if you are at a high risk for severe illness (young children, people 65 and older, pregnant women and people with certain medical conditions) or you become very sick, you should contact your primary care provider.

• #85 Flu Shots, Prevention, Symptoms and Care | Froedtert & MCW

  https://www.froedtert.com/flu

  Anyone experiencing the following symptoms should seek medical attention immediately. […] If you become very sick, are pregnant, are age 65 or older, or are otherwise at high risk for flu complications, call your primary care doctor or clinician. […] There are antiviral drugs that may be used as a treatment for the flu. Antiviral drugs can help lessen your flu symptoms, prevent serious complications and shorten the time you are sick by one or two days. These treatments require a prescription from your health care doctor or clinician. […] The first and most important step in protecting yourself and others against the flu is getting the flu shot. Everyone six months or older should receive a flu shot annually. The flu vaccine reduces your chances of getting the flu, reduces the severity of your illness if you do get it, and reduces your chances of hospitalization, severe complications and death.

• #86

  https://atriumhealth.org/medical-services/prevention-wellness/flu

  Get your flu shot. […] Schedule a flu shot with your primary care doctor, or find a primary care doctor near you now. […] Get a flu shot as soon as it is available. […] Schedule with your Atrium Health doctor, or find a doctor now. […] If you get flu-like symptoms, avoid contact with others and stay home as much as possible, except for medical care or other necessities. […] If you’re concerned about your symptoms, make an appointment with your primary care provider, or try one of our other convenient care options. Your provider will determine if flu testing or treatment is needed. […] If medically necessary, antiviral drugs are available to treat influenza. […] Antiviral drugs are a kind of medicine used specifically to treat viral infections. […] They should only be considered for those sick enough to be hospitalized or those at a higher risk for complications due to an underlying condition.

• #87 Flu Season This Year: What You Need To Know About Flu Vaccines, Symptoms & When To See A Doctor | University Hospitals

  https://www.uhhospitals.org/services/flu-treatment-services

  The flu usually develops suddenly and can often be mistaken for a common cold. […] The most common flu symptoms are: High fever, Cough, Muscle or body aches, Headache, Tiredness or weakness, Stuffy or runny nose. […] With most cases of flu, you can recover by staying home and limiting contact with other people. […] Some people, such as those who are pregnant, older than age 65 or younger than age 2, or have certain chronic conditions such as lung, heart, kidney liver problems or a weak immune system, are at higher risk for flu complications such as pneumonia. […] If this is you, contact your doctor as early as possible in your illness. […] Your doctor can prescribe an antiviral, which you should take as soon as symptoms start. […] Antivirals can lessen the severity and duration of the flu.

• #88 Seasonal Flu – NYC Health

  https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/flu-seasonal.page

  The flu vaccines are very safe. […] Most people recover from the flu on their own, but treatment with antiviral medicine is available for people at increased risk of severe illness and complications from flu. […] If you have flu, contact your provider right away to see if you should get treatment, as treatment works better the sooner it begins. […] You should call a health care provider if you experience emergency symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain or severe weakness or muscle pain. […] For adults or children with difficulty breathing, call 911 or go to a nearby hospital. […] In addition to getting vaccinated, follow these tips to help avoid getting and spreading flu: Wear a well-fitting mask in public indoor spaces and crowded places, and when you are sick and unable to separate from others. […] Anyone can get very sick from the flu and have serious complications. However, the following groups are more likely to have severe illness, be hospitalized, or even die from the flu: People living in nursing homes or other care facilities.

• #89 Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/influenza-prevention-beyond-the-basics

  People who are vaccinated form antibodies (proteins), which destroy the influenza virus after the person is exposed. […] If you do get the flu after being vaccinated, your symptoms are likely to be milder and last for a shorter time compared with people who were not vaccinated. […] The high-dose intramuscular vaccine is more likely to cause local reactions than the standard-dose intramuscular vaccine. […] Many people are concerned about the safety of vaccines. But for most people, the risk of complications from the vaccine is much smaller than the risk of complications from being infected with the flu. […] Antiviral medicines can help to reduce the chances of developing the flu after being exposed to someone who is infected. […] Infection control measures, like handwashing and covering your mouth when you cough, can help to prevent the spread of influenza. […] Frequent handwashing with soap and water can help limit the spread of influenza. […] Your health care provider is the best source of information for questions and concerns related to your medical problem.

• #90 Influenza (Flu) Information for Public Health and Healthcare | Washington State Department of Health

  https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/public-health-system-resources-and-services/immunization/influenza-flu-information

  Remember to Take 3 actions to fight flu this season. 1. Get a Vaccine in shot or mist form. 2. Wash your hands. 3. Take antivirals if prescribed by your doctor if you get the flu. […] As a healthcare professional, you’re a trusted source of information. Set a healthy example for your community by getting an annual flu vaccine and promoting vaccination among coworkers. Remind patients to get a flu vaccine as soon as it’s available. […] Help protect residents from serious illnesses! The COVID-19, Flu, and Pneumococcal Letter (PDF) is for long-term care and assisted living providers in WA State, which includes: Adult Family Home, Assisted Living Facility, Supported Living, Enhanced Services Facility, ICF/IID, and Nursing Home. The letter has been written by DOH and DSHS to strongly recommend and encourage providers to immunize their residents against COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia this year. The letter contains recommendations on COVID-19, flu, and pneumococcal immunization, as well as additional tips and resources to help you prepare for this flu season. […] Influenza vaccination information for health care workers (CDC)

• #91 Patient education: Influenza prevention (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/influenza-prevention-beyond-the-basics

  People who are vaccinated form antibodies (proteins), which destroy the influenza virus after the person is exposed. […] If you do get the flu after being vaccinated, your symptoms are likely to be milder and last for a shorter time compared with people who were not vaccinated. […] The high-dose intramuscular vaccine is more likely to cause local reactions than the standard-dose intramuscular vaccine. […] Many people are concerned about the safety of vaccines. But for most people, the risk of complications from the vaccine is much smaller than the risk of complications from being infected with the flu. […] Antiviral medicines can help to reduce the chances of developing the flu after being exposed to someone who is infected. […] Infection control measures, like handwashing and covering your mouth when you cough, can help to prevent the spread of influenza. […] Frequent handwashing with soap and water can help limit the spread of influenza. […] Your health care provider is the best source of information for questions and concerns related to your medical problem.

• #92 Flu Shots, Prevention, Symptoms and Care | Froedtert & MCW

  https://www.froedtert.com/flu

  Flu shots are important not only to reduce your risk from flu, but also to prevent community spread and keep everyone as healthy as possible. […] The flu vaccine protects you from getting sick with flu and reduces the severity of your symptoms if you do get sick. […] If you think you may have the flu, talk to your doctor. […] There are antiviral medications that can shorten the duration of the flu, if the medications are given early. Antiviral medications are important in controlling the flu, but they are not a substitute for the vaccination. […] Most people with the flu do not need medical care. However, if you are at a high risk for severe illness (young children, people 65 and older, pregnant women and people with certain medical conditions) or you become very sick, you should contact your primary care provider.

• #93 Influenza (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK568788/

  Influenza can be transmitted before the patient is symptomatic and until 5 to 7 days after infection. […] Symptoms of influenza include a runny nose, high fever, cough, and sore throat. […] List the nursing care plans of a patient with influenza. […] Assess vitals […] Educate about the flu vaccine. […] While the flu vaccine is not 100% effective, it can lower the intensity and duration of symptoms in most people. […] Individuals who have lung disease, diabetes, chronic illnesses, the elderly, and children should get the flu vaccine as it can prevent admission to the hospital. […] The key is patient education about vaccination. All patients should be encouraged to get the annual flu vaccine that is available in November of each year.

• #94

  https://journals.lww.com/jncqjournal/fulltext/2022/01000/nursing_interventions_increase_influenza.9.aspx

  Influenza vaccinations are a preventive health quality measure. Home telehealth nursing staff interventions can reduce influenza disease burden and complications. […] To improve seasonal flu vaccine rates using novel home telehealth clinical and technology interventions. […] Interventions resulted in vaccination rates of 70.4% for Veterans ages 19 to 65 years, and 81.7% for Veterans 66 years and older, exceeding national, regional, and local Veterans Administration targets. […] Nursing interventions can increase influenza vaccination quality measures for primary care home telehealth patients.

• #95 Influenza: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/influenza/?srsltid=AfmBOoqfmszcXa-cA0iW7L_r5OzcUNzB_XyfCLCwL2r3y34NwpDL74m7

  Influenza Management depends on age, chronic health conditions, and the severity of the illness. Treatment includes: […] Annual influenza vaccination. […] Influenza Nursing Care Plan […] Influenza prevention: vaccination, hand hygiene, cough and sneeze etiquette.

• #96 6 Influenza (Flu) Nursing Care Plans – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza-flu-nursing-care-plans/

  Utilize this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to provide effective care for patients with influenza. Gain valuable insights on nursing assessment, interventions, goals, and nursing diagnosis specifically tailored for influenza in this guide. […] Unless complications occur, influenza doesn’t require hospitalization and nursing care usually focuses on the prevention of the disease and relief of symptoms. […] The following are the nursing priorities for patients with influenza: Management of respiratory dysfunction. Managing fever and respiratory symptoms. Infection control and prevention. Fluid and electrolyte imbalance. […] Following a thorough assessment, a nursing diagnosis is formulated to specifically address the challenges associated with influenza based on the nurse’s clinical judgement and understanding of the patient’s unique health condition.

• #97 Influenza Nursing Care Management and Study Guide – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza/

  Influenza Nursing Care Management […] Nursing management of a patient with influenza include the following: […] Assessment of the patient with influenza include: […] Based on the assessment data, the major nursing diagnosis for influenza are as follows: […] The major nursing care planning goals for influenza are: […] The following are the nursing interventions for a patient with influenza: […] Nursing goals are met as evidenced by: […] Documentation in a patient with influenza include the following:

• #98

  https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/influenza/?srsltid=AfmBOoqKBLaA9wTNwSH-_hUvX4ibq7buRmY1_QCxD0CD3FI3gdSnma1i

  Use the resources on this page to help improve communications about the importance of the influenza vaccine and promote vaccine confidence each influenza season. […] Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to prevent serious symptoms, hospitalization, and death due to influenza-related illnesses. […] The AAP recommends influenza immunization for all health care personnel. Mandatory influenza immunization for all healthcare personnel is necessary to improve patient safety and reduce healthcare-associated influenza infections. […] Here you will find essential resources and tools to prepare your practice for the flu season and assist in the care of children and their families affected by influenza. […] Find resources for families and caregivers to learn more about preventing influenza.

• #99 6 Influenza (Flu) Nursing Care Plans – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/influenza-flu-nursing-care-plans/

  Utilize this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to provide effective care for patients with influenza. Gain valuable insights on nursing assessment, interventions, goals, and nursing diagnosis specifically tailored for influenza in this guide. […] Unless complications occur, influenza doesn’t require hospitalization and nursing care usually focuses on the prevention of the disease and relief of symptoms. […] The following are the nursing priorities for patients with influenza: Management of respiratory dysfunction. Managing fever and respiratory symptoms. Infection control and prevention. Fluid and electrolyte imbalance. […] Following a thorough assessment, a nursing diagnosis is formulated to specifically address the challenges associated with influenza based on the nurse’s clinical judgement and understanding of the patient’s unique health condition.

• #100 Influenza: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/influenza/?srsltid=AfmBOoqfmszcXa-cA0iW7L_r5OzcUNzB_XyfCLCwL2r3y34NwpDL74m7

  Influenza Management depends on age, chronic health conditions, and the severity of the illness. Treatment includes: […] Annual influenza vaccination. […] Influenza Nursing Care Plan […] Influenza prevention: vaccination, hand hygiene, cough and sneeze etiquette.

• #101

  https://journals.lww.com/jncqjournal/fulltext/2022/01000/nursing_interventions_increase_influenza.9.aspx

  Influenza vaccinations are a preventive health quality measure. Home telehealth nursing staff interventions can reduce influenza disease burden and complications. […] To improve seasonal flu vaccine rates using novel home telehealth clinical and technology interventions. […] Interventions resulted in vaccination rates of 70.4% for Veterans ages 19 to 65 years, and 81.7% for Veterans 66 years and older, exceeding national, regional, and local Veterans Administration targets. […] Nursing interventions can increase influenza vaccination quality measures for primary care home telehealth patients.

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