TB Test Communication and Documentation 2

Question 1

A patient's TST result shows 12mm induration. The patient is an immigrant from a high-prevalence country. How should this be documented?

Accepted Answer

Document as positive with the measurement and note the patient's high-risk status

Answer

For immigrants from high-prevalence countries, 10mm or more is considered a positive result and should be documented with the measurement and risk factor noted.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct way to document a TB contact investigation in a school setting?

Accepted Answer

Record all contacts identified, testing offered, results, and follow-up actions

Answer

Contact investigation documentation must include all identified contacts, testing offered and results, and follow-up actions taken for each individual.

Question 3

When a healthcare worker refuses TB testing, how should this be documented?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal, the date, the reason given if provided, and any counseling offered

Answer

Refusals must be documented with the date, reason if given, and any education or counseling provided to protect the institution and ensure follow-up.

Question 4

A patient on LTBI treatment misses two consecutive monthly appointments. What is the appropriate communication action?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to contact the patient by phone and document all outreach attempts

Answer

Active outreach attempts should be made and documented, as lost-to-follow-up patients represent a public health concern and program accountability issue.

Question 5

Which information is LEAST critical to include when documenting an IGRA result?

Accepted Answer

The patient's favorite physician

Answer

The patient's preferred physician is administrative information not essential to the clinical interpretation and documentation of an IGRA result.

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TB Test Communication and Documentation 2