Nursing Reflection: Immunization Safety, Healthcare, and Patient Care

This nursing reflection explores the critical topic of immunization safety, particularly focusing on children and pregnant women. The reflection begins with an introduction defining the nursing profession and its role in providing quality patient care within communities, emphasizing the importance of nurses in interpreting prescriptions and contributing to healthcare services. The main body of the reflection analyzes the impact of influenza, citing statistics on morbidity and mortality, and discusses seasonal influenza cases in Australia, with a focus on high-risk groups and the importance of vaccination. The reflection also highlights the strategies needed to improve vaccine uptake among patient populations. The references include relevant books and journals that support the discussed concepts and findings. This reflection is based on personal beliefs and experiences, contributing to the understanding of the nursing profession and its impact on public health.