The DOH has a strong TB control program. Specific objectives are stipulated in the manual.
51. Which one is most important?
A. Vaccinate with BCG eligible population
B. Control persons with TB
C. Decrease prevalence
D. Health for all in 2000
52. During case finding of TB infected persons, which procedure is immediately done by the PHN?
A. Collection of sputum
B. Distribution of isoniazid
C. X-ray mobile unit
D. BCG injection
53. The role of the PHN in TB control is home supervision. Which of the following does the nurse monitor?
A. Appropriate health behavior
B. Disinfecting utensils
C. Preventive treatment of contacts
D. Separation of isolation
54. Preventive treatment shown to be effective in preventing progression of latent infection is use of inexpensive drug. Which drug does the doctor order?
A. Isoniazid
B. Rifampicin
C. Cefalexin
D. Dalteparin
55. To a group of families with TB infected members, what should be the nurse's health teaching?
A. Enumeration of drugs of choice
B. Food choices for menu planning
C. Mode of transmission and control of spread
D. Demonstration of disinfection
