TB Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Mantoux test
A
Injecting tuberculin into the intradermal space on the forearm.
Tuberculin is a collection of tuberculosis proteins isolated from the bacteria. It does not contain any live bacteria.
Bleb under skin is read after 72 hours, induration =/> 5mm is +VE
2
Q
What hypersensitivity is Mantoux test?
A
Type IV
3
Q
TB most common causative organism
A
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- Rod shape/acid-fast bacilli
Rod shaped
4
Q
What stain is use for M. tuberculosis
A
Zeihl-Neelsen stain (stained RED)
5
Q
RI6PE2
Active TB Mx
A
Rifampicin
Isoniazid + Pyridoxine (Vit B6)
Pyrazinamide
Ethambutol
6
Q
How long do people with TB isolate for?
A
At least 2/52
7
Q
What to do when TB is suspected?
A
Notify UKHSA
8
Q
TB Sx
A
- Cough
- Haemoptysis (coughing up blood)
- Lethargy
- Fever or night sweats
- Weight loss
- Lymphadenopathy
9
Q
TB transmission route
A
Droplets
10
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