Tuberculosis Flashcards
1
Q
Who should be given BCG at birth?
A
At risk groups:
• Communities with relatively high prevalence of TB i.e. Asian or African
• TB in family member in previous five years
• If local area has high prevalence
2
Q
To whom should BCG not be given? Why?
A
HIV positive or any other immunosuppressed children
Risk of dissemination
3
Q
What should be done once child diagnosed with TB?
A
Screen other family members - most children infected from household contact
