CDC Guidelines

Question

Match the recommended frequency for TB screening of a healthcare worker with the risk category of the healthcare setting from the drop-down box:

Select the correct match for each item from the drop-down box

None, unless exposure occurs.

HCWs are screened annually for symptoms, and those with negative initial tests for TB are retested annually.

Testing is performed every 8-10 weeks until lapses are corrected.

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