Learning Outcomes for Study Session 14

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

14.1  Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold. (SAQs 14.1, 14.2 and 14.3)

14.2  Describe methods used to diagnose tuberculosis and the different types of case definitions. (SAQ 14.2)

14.3  Describe different treatment categories used to treat tuberculosis. (SAQs 14.2 and, 14.3)

14.4  Describe the main drugs used to treat tuberculosis and the processes that help you ensure patients are following the correct treatment schedules. (SAQ 14.3)

14.5  Describe the potential side-effects associated with the drugs used to treat tuberculosis and explain how such side effects are managed. (SAQ 14.4)