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Guidelines for Preventing the Transmission of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in Health-Care Facilities, 1994

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Guidelines for Preventing the Transmission of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in Health-Care Facilities, 1994

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Centers for Disease Control (Atlanta, GA)

Published 1994. 132 pages.

This document presents guidelines for reducing the risk of tuberculosis (TB) transmission in health-care facilities, including those in correctional facilities. Topics discussed include: risk assessment, infection control plans, management of TB patients, staff education and training, and staff counseling, screening and evaluation. Separate sections specifically address the following issues: diagnosis and treatment of TB patients; engineering controls like negative pressure (negative airflow); respiratory protection; and decontamination. Accession Number: 012045

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