Double TB skin test... impotant make you go hmm question

Published

Specializes in Neuro, Med Surg.

So I was due for my annual TB testing and the hospital I am going to as a travel nurse requires a 2 step. So I had step 1 which disappeared almost immediately as usual. Today I got my 2nd done and its red, angry, sore. I know results aren't read for 48 hours. But I realized, they did it in the exact same spot as last week. Do you think placement in the same spot could cause a reaction?

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.

As per the Terms of Service we cannot offer medical advice. It is best to check with your PCP.

CDC | TB | Fact Sheets - Tuberculin Skin Testing for TB

Thread closed

[h=3]Medical Advice:[/h] ALLNURSES.COM, INC or it's members do not offer medical advice. Any requests for such will be taken down. If you have a medical problem, please seek attention from your health care provider. You are not allowed to ask for medical advice related to a health situation that affects you, a family member, or someone you know
Up Vote Up Vote ×

Where I work they require the 2 step process as well. Did you get the second one placed a week after the first one was read or a week after the first one was placed? I know that is how I send the new hires to immunizations here.

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion