The EYE (Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics) strategy, developed by WHO, UNICEF, and Gavi, is for the elimination of which of the following epidemics?

Appeared in: Raj. CHO - 2023

Explanation

The correct option is Yellow fever, as the acronym 'EYE' explicitly stands for 'Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics,' a fact stated directly in the question.
This global strategy was launched by the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and Gavi in response to the threat of large urban outbreaks of yellow fever.
The primary goal of the EYE strategy is to protect at-risk populations, prevent the international spread of the disease, and contain outbreaks rapidly through vaccination and surveillance.

Option B: Cholera is a bacterial infection, and its global control is guided by the 'Ending Cholera: A Global Roadmap to 2030,' a different initiative from the EYE strategy.
Option C: COVID-19 is a viral respiratory disease. The global response was managed through distinct strategies like the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator and its vaccine pillar, COVAX.
Option D: Typhoid is a bacterial infection. While Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, supports the rollout of Typhoid Conjugate Vaccines (TCV), there is no global strategy for its elimination named 'EYE'.

Visual 1: Infographic - An infographic illustrating the three strategic pillars of the EYE strategy: Protect at-risk populations, Prevent international spread, and Contain outbreaks rapidly.
Visual 2: World Map - A map highlighting the 40 countries in Africa and the Americas that are the focus of the EYE strategy for yellow fever control.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Global health strategies for epidemic control, specifically the EYE (Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics) strategy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses are at the forefront of implementing the EYE strategy by administering the yellow fever vaccine, a live-attenuated vaccine that requires specific handling and cold chain management (stored between 2-8°C).
Patient education is a key nursing role. This includes explaining the lifelong protection from a single dose, advising on potential side effects, and identifying contraindications like severe egg allergy or immunodeficiency.
What if a patient is traveling to a country in sub-Saharan Africa? The nurse must verify the country's yellow fever vaccination requirement, assess the patient's eligibility for the vaccine, administer it if indicated, and document it on the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (the 'yellow card'), which becomes valid 10 days after vaccination.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the question carefully. Notice that the question itself defines the acronym 'EYE' as 'Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics'.
This is a direct comprehension question. The answer is explicitly provided within the question's text.
Scan the options to find the one that matches the information given in the acronym's full form.
The option 'Yellow fever' is a direct match.
Confirm your choice by eliminating the other options, which are different diseases and therefore not the target of a strategy specifically named for yellow fever.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Global health strategies for epidemic control, specifically the EYE (Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics) strategy.
Stem keywords: EYE strategy, Eliminate Yellow fever Epidemics, WHO, UNICEF, Gavi
Lead-in keywords: which of the following
Negative lead-in flag: false

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