What does VIS stand for?

What does VIS stand for?

• A. Visual Information Sheet
• B. Vaccine Information Statement
• C. Vital Information Sheet
• D. Vaccine Information Sheet

Answer: (B)

Vaccine Information Statement is the official term. Produced by the CDC, it’s the document given to patients or guardians before vaccination that explains the vaccine’s purpose, benefits, risks, common side effects, and what to do if a reaction occurs. Providing the VIS helps ensure informed consent and understanding. Each vaccine has its own specific VIS form, so the correct one is chosen for the vaccine being administered. The other wording doesn’t match the established terminology, since the official term uses “Statement,” not “Sheet” or “Visual” or “Vital.”

Vaccine Information Statement is the official term. Produced by the CDC, it’s the document given to patients or guardians before vaccination that explains the vaccine’s purpose, benefits, risks, common side effects, and what to do if a reaction occurs. Providing the VIS helps ensure informed consent and understanding. Each vaccine has its own specific VIS form, so the correct one is chosen for the vaccine being administered. The other wording doesn’t match the established terminology, since the official term uses “Statement,” not “Sheet” or “Visual” or “Vital.”