TB Flashcards
1
Q
Active TB
A
Develops within first two years
Immunocompromised are at greater risk
2
Q
Latent TB
A
Infected but no active disease, asymptomatic
Have a normal CXR
3
Q
Signs & Symptoms
A
persistent cough longer than 3 weeks
4
Q
Signs & Symptoms
A
fatigue and lethargy
5
Q
Signs & Symptoms
A
weight loss and anorexia
6
Q
Signs & Symptoms
A
Night sweats, low-grade fever
7
Q
Signs & Symptoms
A
Dyspnea and hemoptysis
8
Q
Drug Therapy
A
R-Rifampin
I-Isoniazid
P- Pyrazinamide
E-Ethambutol
