PDF
Word
Tb Document G - State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment for Adults and Children - Hawaii
Tb Document G - State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment for Adults and Children is a legal document that was released by the Hawaii Department of Health - a government authority operating within Hawaii.
FAQ
Q: What is the purpose of the State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment?
A: The purpose of the State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment is to assess the risk of tuberculosis (TB) in adults and children in Hawaii.
Q: Who should undergo the State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment?
A: Both adults and children in Hawaii should undergo the State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment.
Q: What is tuberculosis (TB)?
A: Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
Q: How is tuberculosis (TB) spread?
A: Tuberculosis (TB) is spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
Q: What are the symptoms of tuberculosis (TB)?
A: Symptoms of tuberculosis (TB) may include cough, fever, weight loss, fatigue, and night sweats.
Q: How is the State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment conducted?
A: The State of Hawaii Tb Risk Assessment is conducted by healthcare providers through a series of health history questions and possibly a tuberculosis skin test.
Q: What is the purpose of the tuberculosis skin test?
A: The tuberculosis skin test is used to determine if a person has been exposed to tuberculosis (TB) bacteria.
Q: If the tuberculosis skin test is positive, does it mean a person has active tuberculosis (TB)?
A: No, a positive tuberculosis skin test does not necessarily mean a person has active tuberculosis (TB). It indicates that a person has been exposed to tuberculosis (TB) bacteria, but additional testing is needed to determine if the infection is active.
Q: How is tuberculosis (TB) treated?
A: Tuberculosis (TB) is treatable with antibiotics. Treatment usually involves a combination of several medications taken over a period of several months.
Q: Is tuberculosis (TB) contagious during treatment?
A: No, once a person with tuberculosis (TB) starts treatment, they become less contagious and the risk of transmitting the infection decreases.
Form Details:
- The latest edition currently provided by the Hawaii Department of Health;
- Ready to use and print;
- Easy to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of the form by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Hawaii Department of Health.
