Print Version
TB Reference Card
Author:
US Agency for International Development, Bureau for Global Health, Office of Health Infectious Diseases and Nutrition, USAID
Publication Date:
2006
Country of Origin:
United States
Format:
Pocket Card
Language:
English
Abstract
This reference card includes information on the risk factors for TB infection and developing TB disease, primary evaluation of patients, determining the medical history of a TB suspect, essential anti-TB drugs (prescribed by TB services), an overview of adverse drug effects and their management, an algorithm for detecting and diagnosing pulmonary TB, and patient education and adherence.Publisher:
US Agency for International Development
Audience(s):
Health Professionals, International Agencies
Topic:
Treatment- Adverse Reactions, Diagnosis, Training, Diagnosis- Screening, General TB Information, TB Treatment
Notes:
This materials is also available in Russian.
Disclaimer: The information on the Find TB Resources Website is made available as a public service. Neither the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention nor the National Prevention Information Network endorses the organizations, Website s, and materials presented. It is the responsibility of the user to evaluate this information prior to use based on individual, community, and organizational needs and standards.