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ec501234

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on: Jul 16, 2018
A first-line agent used to treat a TB infection is:
 
  a. gentamycin.
  b. penicillin.
  c. streptomycin.
  d. isoniazid.

Question 2

When performing a therapist-driven protocol (TDP), the severity assessment determines:
 
  a. the frequency of performing a treatment modality.
  b. the baseline dyspnea index.
  c. the number of hospital days covered by the insurance carrier.
  d. how urgently the physician wants the patient treated.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Isoniazid (INH) and rifampin (Rifadin) are first-line agents prescribed for the entire 9 months. Isoniazid is considered to be the most effective first-line antituberculosis agent.

Answer to Question 2

A
Under a protocol, the severity assessment refers to the frequency of treatment. If the patient worsens, therapy must be up-regulated; if the patient improves, therapy must be down-regulated.


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