Tuberculosis Basics for Health Care Professionals
Tracking # 20-706794
$12.00
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, healthcare professionals will be able to:
1. Describe the causes, transmission, and pathophysiology of tuberculosis.
2. Identify clinical signs, symptoms, and diagnostic methods for latent and active TB.
3. Apply appropriate treatment, prevention, and infection control strategies in healthcare settings.
Course overview
This course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive overview of tuberculosis TB, including its etiology, transmission, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Emphasis is placed on recognizing TB in both latent and active forms, understanding infection control measures, and applying evidence-based practices to reduce transmission in healthcare settings. The course supports safe patient care and public health responsibilities.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Participant achievement of the stated learning objectives is evaluated through completion of a post-test examination and review of case-based scenarios. A minimum passing score of 70% is required for successful completion.