TB Screening Procedures for Settings Classified as Potential Ongoing Transmission

TB Screening Procedures for Settings Classified as Potential Ongoing Transmission 

Perform testing for TB infection every 8-10 weeks until correcting lapses in infection control and no additional evidence of ongoing transmission exists. Consider the classification of potential ongoing 

Basic concepts of transmission, pathogenesis, and diagnosis Explanation of the difference between latent and active tuberculosis Signs and symptoms of active tuberculosis Increased risk for those infected with HIV Potential for occnpational exposure 

Information abont prevalence of tuberculosis in the community Situations that increase the risk of exposure Principles of infection control 

Importance of skin testing and significance of a positive test Principles of preventive therapy for latent tuberculosis Drug therapy procedures for active tuberculosis Importance of notifying the facility 

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