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Course Description
With 2 presentations 'Essentials for Civil Surgeons: Interpreting Chest X-rays' & 'Interpreting Chest X-rays in Pulmonary TB,' this webinar provides civil surgeons with essential knowledge on interpreting chest radiographs (x-rays) in the context of TB screening. The speaker discusses key radiological findings such as infiltrates, cavitary lesions, and pleural effusion, as well as the importance of high-quality digital radiography and proper documentation.
Target Audience
This series is targeted to allied health professionals, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, residents/fellows, and civil surgeons as well as advanced practice providers, nurses, and allied health staff who help support civil surgeons and status adjusters.
Learning Objectives
- Identify when chest radiographs are required during TB screening
- Apply the Technical Instructions for Civil Surgeons to ensure proper referral processes for applicants with abnormal chest x-ray results
- Interpret common chest x-ray findings suggestive of infectious tuberculosis disease
- Identify radiographic features and chest CT correlates in pulmonary TB adults, TB in HIV-infected adults, TB in children, TB pleuritis