Careful research and the ability to adequately respond to
the following objectives will be very helpful to you in your medical careers
and in obtaining maximal points (6 out of the 10 total) on quiz # 7 (Oct.
29, 1998). Click here to determine what you need to
know to get the remaining 4 points on the quiz.
1. Be prepared to identify the common causes of chronic
pneumonia. Know the classic presentations of the various
causes of chronic pneumonia and be prepared to diagnose the causative agent
involved.
2. Know what criteria the clinical laboratory uses to
determine whether a sputum sample has been properly obtained.
3. Know proper staining techniques and culture of Mycobacteria
tuberculosis.
4. Be prepared to determine the classic similarities and
differences observed in the following conditions: typical, atypical, and
chronic pneumonias.
5. Be prepared to discuss diagnostic and treatment regimens
unique to osteopathic training.
The following are resources that may aid in your
study.
Online Risk
Calculator for Patients with Community Acquired Pneumonia: (you need
to register with Medscape before
you can get to the calculator. Registration is free and this site is a
fantastic site for physicians and medical students.