OPV, the Attenuated Oral Poliovirus Vaccine, Is No Longer Administered

question 28

Multiple Choice

OPV, the attenuated oral poliovirus vaccine, is no longer administered because

• A) it can cause clinical poliomyelitis in some vaccinated individuals.
• B) the site of administration remains sore for many days after administration.
• C) it can cause severe anaphylaxis in some individuals.
• D) it is very toxic.
• E) it does not provide good immunity.

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