In search of a vaccine against COVID-19: implications for nursing practice.
Br J Nurs
; 29(16): 948-953, 2020 Sep 10.
Artículo
en Inglés
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-750358
ABSTRACT
This article discusses the background to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The specific features of the causative pathogen (SARS-CoV-2) are outlined, together with a 'whistlestop' revision of immunological principles. The article goes on to discuss the principles and mechanisms of immunisation and the stages of vaccine development. The current situation in relation to the race to develop a vaccine against COVID-19 is incorporated and the immunological principles being adapted by the top contenders are outlined. These include new approaches based on genetic sequencing. Finally, the importance of understanding theoretical principles and the potential practical implications for nurses who will be at the coalface, reassuring patients and delivering vaccines, is addressed.
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Asunto principal:
Neumonía Viral
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Infecciones por Coronavirus
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Pandemias
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio observacional
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Estudio pronóstico
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Ensayo controlado aleatorizado
Tópicos:
Vacunas
Límite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Br J Nurs
Año:
2020
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