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How to fill out positive tuberculin skin test

How to fill out a positive tuberculin skin test:

1. Gather the necessary supplies: a tuberculin syringe, a vial of tuberculin solution, alcohol swabs, a ruler or calipers, a pen or marker, and gloves.
2. Put on gloves to ensure aseptic technique and prevent contamination.
3. Clean the selected site on the forearm with an alcohol swab and allow it to dry completely.
4. Measure the distance between the injection site and the elbow crease and mark it on the forearm with a pen or marker.
5. Using the tuberculin syringe, draw up the required amount of tuberculin solution based on the specific instructions provided or as per healthcare provider's guidance.
6. Holding the syringe firmly, gently insert the needle into the cleansed area at a 10 to 15-degree angle with the bevel facing up.
7. Slowly inject the tuberculin solution just beneath the skin's surface until the correct amount has been administered.
8. Withdraw the needle slowly and gently, applying pressure to the injection site with a clean gauze pad or cotton ball to prevent bleeding.
9. Dispose of the used syringe, needle, and any other contaminated materials in an appropriate sharps container.
10. Record the date, time, and site of the injection.
11. Instruct the patient to keep the injection site clean and dry and to avoid scratching or rubbing it.
12. Schedule a follow-up appointment to assess the reaction to the tuberculin skin test based on the healthcare provider's instructions.

Who needs a positive tuberculin skin test:

1. Individuals who are at higher risk of tuberculosis (TB) infection, such as close contacts of someone with active TB, healthcare workers in close contact with TB patients, or individuals who have traveled to countries with a high prevalence of TB.
2. Immigrants or refugees from countries with a high TB burden are often required to undergo a positive tuberculin skin test as part of the immigration or visa process.
3. People with certain medical conditions that weaken the immune system, such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, or those receiving immunosuppressive medications like chemotherapy or corticosteroids may be recommended to have a positive tuberculin skin test.
4. Individuals residing or working in congregate settings, such as correctional facilities, homeless shelters, or long-term care facilities, where TB transmission can occur more easily.
5. Healthcare workers who have direct patient contact or work in environments with potential exposure to TB, even if they have been previously vaccinated with the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin vaccine.

Overall, the positive tuberculin skin test is a simple procedure used to assess the risk of TB infection and determine the need for further diagnostic evaluation or treatment. It is important to follow the specific instructions provided by healthcare professionals for accurate and reliable results.

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What is positive tuberculin skin test?

A positive tuberculin skin test indicates that a person has been infected with the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

Who is required to file positive tuberculin skin test?

Individuals who have been tested for tuberculosis and received a positive result are required to report it.

How to fill out positive tuberculin skin test?

The positive tuberculin skin test can be filled out by a healthcare provider or authorized medical professional who administered the test.

What is the purpose of positive tuberculin skin test?

The purpose of the positive tuberculin skin test is to identify individuals who have been infected with tuberculosis and may require treatment.

What information must be reported on positive tuberculin skin test?

Information such as the date of the test, the size of the induration, and any relevant medical history must be reported on the positive tuberculin skin test.

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