TB Flashcards
1
Q
What is the trend of TB globally
A
Falling, 2% a year
2
Q
How dangerous is TB as a disease?
A
Number 1 killer of communicable diseases (except Covid)
2/3 happen in 8 countries in Africa and Asia
2 billion people infected worldwide
3
Q
What individuals are vulnerable
A
High prevalence countries
HIV +
Immunosuppressed
Elderly
Diabetic
Neonates
Poor/social economics
1 in 10 are alcoholics/homeless/IVDUs/Mental health sufferers/prisoners
4
Q
What is the trend with TB deaths
A
Increasing globally
5
Q
How is TB transmitted?
A
Airborne
If TB sufferer coughs - sneezes, yells, sings
Poor circulation - TB aerosol droplets can remain in air for hours
