Lavc - nursing program -positive tb test

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Hello , I have been acepted to enter the rn program at lavc and I am almost done with all my health requirements.

I tested positive for my tb test and just had an Xray done. I do not know the results for it but I am freaking Out!!! what if it abnormal ..would they reject me from the rn program?

What it is worst is that I already gave my resignation letter at work since I have to quit my job in order to go to school.

Should I postpone quitting my job ?

do you think lavc will still take me if my xray shows positive ? which I dont think it would but WHO KNOWS>> my doctor is taking forever to get back to me..well at least it seems forever to me ..it was done just last friday.

Thanks...:down:

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Specializes in Hospice.

People can have positive skin tests without actually having the disease so don't panic, your chest xray will most likely be normal.

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Some ppl not born in this country always test positive for tb; I used to work with a nurse who was born in Asia...she always tested positive they should still let you in the rn program...good luck

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Specializes in CGRN.

I always test positive and have to have an X-ray (which is always negative). I am from Europe and had a BCG vaccine as a child, which often gives false positives on PPD tests.

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