Skin testing for tuberculosis (the Mantoux test) is recommended:
a. Every year for all children older than 2 years.
b. Every year for all children older than 10 years.
c. Every 2 years for all children starting at age 1 year.
d. Periodically for children who reside in high-prevalence regions.
ANS: D
Children who reside in high prevalence regions for tuberculosis should be tested every 2 to 3 years. Annual testing is not necessary. Testing is not necessary unless exposure is likely or an underlying medical risk factor is present.
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