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Inadequate immunization among 2-year-old children: a profile of children at risk

P J Salsberry1, J T Nickel, R Mitch

  • 1Department of Family and Community, College of Nursing, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|June 1, 1994
PubMed

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Many young children lack age-appropriate immunizations, particularly diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (DTP) and polio vaccines. Health providers can address parental barriers to improve childhood vaccination rates.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Childhood immunization is crucial for preventing infectious diseases.
  • Assessing immunization status and barriers is vital for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the immunization status of 2-year-old children.
  • To identify barriers affecting immunization uptake.
  • To develop a risk factor profile for non-immunized children.

Main Methods:

  • A community survey was conducted with 299 respondents.
  • Data collected on immunization status and parental-reported barriers.
  • Statistical analysis to identify risk factors.

Main Results:

  • Only 31.1% of children were age-appropriately immunized.
  • Deficiencies noted in 18-month diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (DTP) and polio vaccine doses.
  • Parents cited multiple changeable barriers and beliefs regarding immunizations.

Conclusions:

  • Significant gaps exist in routine childhood immunizations.
  • Targeted interventions addressing parental concerns can improve vaccination coverage.
  • Understanding risk factors is key to effective immunization strategies.

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