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Tuberculosis
Research from G. Williams and co-researchers in the area of tuberculosis described
May 13th, 2008
According to recent research from the United Kingdom, "The best practice standards set out in chapter 2 of the Best Practice guide focus on the various aspects of identifying an active case of TB and aim to address some of the challenges associated with case detection. The importance of developing a good relationship with the patient from the start, when he or she is often most vulnerable, is emphasised." "The first standard focuses on the assessment of someone who might have TB and the second gives detailed guidance about the collection of sputum for diagnosis. The standards are aimed at the health care worker, who assesses the patient when he or she presents at a...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-05-13)
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