A nurse is planning an in-service about immunizations. Which of the following information should the nurse include about the Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)vaccine? (Select All that Apply.)

A. The final booster dose is administered at 12 to 15 months of age: The Hib vaccine series is completed with a booster in the second year of life, which ensures long-term immunity against invasive Hib infections. B. The vaccine is administered intramuscularly: Hib vaccine is given via IM injection, typically in the anterolateral thigh for infants or the deltoid for older children, which is important for proper absorption and immune response. C. The first dose of this vaccine can be administered to a newborn immediately after birth: The Hib vaccine is not given at birth; the series begins at 2 months of age according to the recommended immunization schedule. D. The vaccine reduces the risks for meningitis and epiglottitis: Hib vaccination protects against serious infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b, including meningitis, epiglottitis, and pneumonia, reducing morbidity and mortality. E. An allergy to eggs is a contraindication to this vaccine: Egg allergy is not a contraindication for Hib vaccine; it is safe for children with this allergy.