Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis ( 23 Questions)

A nurse is providing education to a group of individuals who will receive the BCG vaccine. Which statement indicates the need for further teaching?


Correct Answer: C

Choice A rationale:

Choice C indicates the need for further teaching because it contains inaccurate information. The BCG vaccine, which is used to prevent severe forms of tuberculosis in high-risk populations, can cause false-positive reactions to the Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) The TST is a common test used to detect exposure to TB, but it cannot differentiate between a previous BCG vaccination and an actual TB infection. The presence of a BCG scar or previous vaccination can lead to a positive TST without an active TB infection. Choices A and B are correct statements. The BCG vaccine does provide some protection against severe forms of TB and pulmonary TB. Choice D is also accurate; the BCG vaccine is administered intramuscularly.




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