Question

How may doses are scheduled for the vaccine DTP?

• A. 2
• B. 1
• C. 5
• D. 4

Answer 1

The correct option is

C

5

There are 5 doses which are scheduled for protection against DTP (diphtheria, pertusis and tetanus). The first dose is given in 2${}^{nd}$ month, second dose in 4${}^{th}$ month and third dose in the 6${}^{th}$ month. The fourth dose is given in 15- 18 months and the fifth dose is given at the age of 4-6 years.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.