IMPORTANT: Clients are to remain in a supervised area for a 15-minute observation period after their injection.
If there are concerns about a possible allergy, they should be observed for 30 minutes.
- Provide/discuss with the client the general Immunization Aftercare Sheets developed by ImmunizeBC.
- Provide the client a record of immunization, as per PharmaCare policy manual section 8.10.
- ImmunizeBC vaccination cards can be ordered by emailing the completed form to printingservices@phsa.ca with subject “ImmunizeBC cards”
- Clients can log in to Health Gateway with their BC Services Card to see immunization records online after 24 hours.
- Record any intervention or adverse effect into ImmsBC system.
Adverse events following immunization (AEFIs)
AEFIs are unexpected or unwanted medical occurrences that happen after someone has received a vaccine. Health authorities closely monitor AEFIs as part of vaccine safety monitoring programs to ensure the safety of vaccines and to detect any potential safety concerns.
To report AEFIs, see BCCDC resource page: Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI).
General information:
- Reporting Adverse Events Following Immunization for BC Community Vaccine Providers
- Quick reference guide: “Reporting procedure for pharmacist AEFI”
- Instructional video on “How to Complete the 2-Page AEFI Form” to support community providers.