A 2-year-old child in India has received BCG, OPV, Pentavalent, MR first dose, and JE first dose. As per the current National Immunization Schedule, which vaccine is due at this age?
- A Second dose of MR and first DPT booster ✓
- B Second dose of MR and second DPT booster
- C First dose of MR and first DPT booster
- D Second dose of JE only
Correct answer: A. Second dose of MR and first DPT booster
Explanation
Under the current NIS, the first DPT booster and the second MR dose are given at 16 to 24 months. The second DPT booster is given at 5 to 6 years. The first MR dose is given at 9 to 12 months, so at 2 years the child needs the second MR dose. The JE second dose is also due at 16 to 24 months, but option A correctly captures the MR and DPT booster schedule.
Reference: National Immunization Schedule, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India, 2023 ed.
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