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Initial / Monthly Tb Clinical Assessment - Virginia
Initial/Monthly Tb Clinical Assessment is a legal document that was released by the Virginia Department of Health - a government authority operating within Virginia.
FAQ
Q: What is an initial Tb clinical assessment?
A: An initial Tb clinical assessment is a medical evaluation to determine if a person has tuberculosis (TB) infection or disease.
Q: What is a monthly Tb clinical assessment?
A: A monthly Tb clinical assessment is a follow-up evaluation conducted every month for individuals being treated for TB to monitor their progress and response to treatment.
Q: Who conducts the Tb clinical assessment in Virginia?
A: The Tb clinical assessment is conducted by healthcare professionals, such as doctors or nurses, trained in diagnosing and treating TB.
Q: What does the initial Tb clinical assessment involve?
A: The initial Tb clinical assessment involves a medical history review, physical examination, and laboratory tests, such as a TB skin test or chest X-ray.
Q: What does the monthly Tb clinical assessment involve?
A: The monthly Tb clinical assessment involves monitoring the patient's symptoms, checking their medication adherence, and conducting any necessary laboratory tests.
Q: What are the symptoms of TB?
A: Symptoms of TB may include persistent cough, chest pain, coughing up blood, fatigue, weight loss, fever, and night sweats.
Q: How is TB diagnosed?
A: TB can be diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies like chest X-ray.
Q: Is TB treatable?
A: Yes, TB is treatable with appropriate medications that need to be taken for a specified duration. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to achieve a cure.
Q: Is TB contagious?
A: Yes, TB is contagious and can spread from person to person through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
Q: Can TB be prevented?
A: TB can be prevented by getting vaccinated with the Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccine, practicing good respiratory hygiene, and avoiding close contact with individuals who have active TB disease.
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- Released on October 1, 2019;
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