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Wat would you recommend ?
meduploader - 05-11-09 07:00
A 32-year-old resident of the state penitentiary is found to test positive on a purified protein derivative
skin test (PPD), with 10 mm of induration. One year ago, his PPD was negative. He is asymptomatic,
and his chest x-ray is negative.
Which of the following would you recommend at this time?
meduploader - 05-11-09 07:00
A 32-year-old resident of the state penitentiary is found to test positive on a purified protein derivative
skin test (PPD), with 10 mm of induration. One year ago, his PPD was negative. He is asymptomatic,
and his chest x-ray is negative.
Which of the following would you recommend at this time?
The correct answer and explanation will be available after you answer.
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Re: Wat would you recommend ? harry206 - 05-11-09 07:07 My answer is: c.
but i will go for INH X 9m :)
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Re: Wat would you recommend ? usmlefever3 - 05-12-09 02:25 My answer is: b.
sputum smear examination will confirm the diagnosis of tuberculosis after which anti tuberculous drugs can be started
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Re: Wat would you recommend ? conym5 - 12-29-09 08:55 My answer is: b.
usually we give daily INH with pyridoxin for 9 months, but here no option for that ans, sputum cultures are best i think.
No therapy ll be correct if PPD is negative...
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Re: Wat would you recommend ? babbu5508 - 08-31-10 11:47 My answer is: b.
positive on a purified protein derivative
skin test (PPD), with 10 mm of induration. One year ago, his PPD was negative...it is a false negative..nothing needs to be done...
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