INFECTION CONTROL
What is the precaution for TB?
Airbone
What are the three main symptoms of TB?
Low grade fever, weight loss, cough for 3+ weeks
Ghon lesions
What are the medications for TB?
Rifampin
Isoniazid
Pyrazinamide
Ethambul
What is the priority if you suspect the patient to have TB?
Surgical mask on the patient
Does TB have night sweats or nocturia?
Night sweats
If a chest x-ray is positive for TB what is the next step?
Acid Fast Bacilli Smear & Culture
What medications cause liver toxcity?
Pyrazinamide, Rifampin, and Isoniazid.
Negative Air Pressure Room
Is weight gain or weight loss expected with TB?
weight loss!
How is a smear test conducted?
3 sputum tests on 3 consecutive days in the morning.
How long does treatment last for TB?
over 6 months
How long is a patient infectious for after starting medication?
2 weeks
What are signs and symptoms of miliary TB?
Headaches, stiff neck, photophobia, seizure and possible ALOC
What would show a positive Montoux TB test?
10mm for healthcare workers
5mm for immunocomprimised
What medication can cause yellowing of the skin and pain or swelling joints?
Are TB patients allowed visitors?
YES! they must wear a N95 and pt must wear surgical mask. We can not deny patients the right to visit with family.
What are 2 common late signs and symptoms of TB?
Dyspnea and hemoptysis
What test only needs 1 sample to show an indication of active TB?
Quantiferon test
What medication would cause color discrimination?
Ethambul