Module 3: HIV-TB Co-Infection

Learning content last updated: 2021

Module 3: Management of HIV-TB Co-Infection

Overview

The goal of this module is to prepare learners to provide team-based care and follow-up for a patient with HIV and pulmonary TB. This module exemplifies role clarification and the use of evidence-based medicine/ country-specific guidelines.

What You Will Learn

  • Describe the five steps to evaluating a patient with suspected pulmonary TB and HIV
  • Understand the optimal timing of HIV therapy for a patient newly diagnosed with TB and HIV
  • Explain the major toxicities/side effects and return precautions for TB medications
  • Discuss a patient-centered approach to counseling patients about their TB medication regimen
  • Discuss interprofessional strategies to address the psychosocial concerns of TB at the individual, community, and institutional levels
  • Discuss why and how to initiate a household contact evaluation plan for a patient with HIV and pulmonary TB (QI)
  • Identify indications for and drug options for TB preventive therapy

Module Materials

Learner Materials

  • Learner Guide
  • Learner Role Play

Facilitator Materials

  • Facilitator Guide
  • Facilitation Slides
  • Facilitator Answer Slides
  • Facilitator Instructions

How to Use the Materials

Time to complete: Approximately 110 minutes

  • Designed for facilitated, interprofessional group workshops (participants from different roles such as nurses, clinicians, pharmacists, clinic staff, community health workers learning together)
  • Can also be used for independent learning
  • Focus discussion on topics relevant to your local context
  • Adapt activities based on your setting, available time, and participant needs