Which of the following circumstances would warrant a continuation treatment phase of 7 months? Select all that apply
A) Noninclusion of rifampin in the initial treatment phase
B) Noninclusion of pyrazinamide in the initial treatment phase
C) HIV-positive clients
D) Cavitary disease after completion of initial treatment
E) Positive sputum culture after completion of initial treatment
Ans: B, E
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Noninclusion of pyrazinamide in the initial treatment phase, positive sputum culture after completion of initial treatment, and positive sputum culture after initial treatment in a client with previously diagnosed HIV infections would warrant a continuation of the treatment phase.
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