Keywords

directly observed therapy, global travel, interferon-gamma release assay, IGRA, latent tuberculosis infection, multidrug-resistant TB, TB, tuberculosis

Authors

1. Benkert, Ramona A. PhD, ANP-BC, FAANP
2. Rayford, Ann MSN, ANP-BC, CHES

Abstract

Abstract: With the resurgence of tuberculosis (TB), it is imperative that healthcare providers have the necessary skills to manage the specialized issues of prevention, recognition, and treatment of TB. The case study in this article illustrates these skills for NPs and other advanced practice providers.