TB Flashcards
0
Q
Dx:
A
Mantoux
Interferon gamma
1
Q
TB basics
A
Usually upper lobes
Forms tubercles
2
Q
Positive tb test…
A
Acid fast bacilli
Chest xray
3
Q
Symptoms of tb
A
Nasty sputum Hemoptysis Night sweats Cavities Disseminated
4
Q
Tx:
A
6months of Rifampin and isoniazid
2 months of pyrazinamid OR ethambutol