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DPT-Hib (DTP-Hib) vaccination is against...

DPT-Hib (DTP-Hib) vaccination is against

A

Diphtheria-A , tetanus , pertussis and hepattis-B

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Diphteria, tetanus, pertussin and hepatitis -A

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Diphtheria, tetanus, Pertussis and Haemophilus influenzae-B

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Diphtheria, tetanus, Pertussis and Haemophilus influenzae-A

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Vaccination**: The DPT-Hib vaccination is a combination vaccine. It is important to know what each component of the name stands for. 2. **Breaking Down the Components**: - **DPT**: This stands for Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus. - **Diphtheria**: A serious bacterial infection affecting the mucous membranes of the throat and nose. - **Pertussis**: Also known as whooping cough, it is a highly contagious respiratory disease. - **Tetanus**: A bacterial infection that causes painful muscle stiffness and can be life-threatening. - **Hib**: This stands for Hemophilus influenzae type b, which is a bacterium that can cause severe infections, particularly in young children. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1**: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hepatitis B - Incorrect (Hepatitis B is not included in DPT-Hib). - **Option 2**: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hepatitis A - Incorrect (Hepatitis A is not included in DPT-Hib). - **Option 3**: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hemophilus influenzae type b - Correct (This matches the components of the DPT-Hib vaccination). - **Option 4**: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hemophilus influenzae type a - Incorrect (Hib refers specifically to type b). 4. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is **Option 3**: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hemophilus influenzae type b. ### Final Answer: The DPT-Hib vaccination is against Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, and Hemophilus influenzae type b. ---
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