When completing the preadministration assessment for any antitubercular drug, which of the following would the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Culture and sensitivity testing
B) Complete blood count
C) Family and contacts history
D) Radiographic studies
E) Medication history
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Preadministration assessment for any antitubercular drug should include culture and sensitivity testing, complete blood count, radiographic studies, medication history, and a family and contacts history for those with active TB.
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