Nontuberculous%20mycobacterial%20disease Patient Education
Patient Education
- Advise patient on the importance of adherence to the prescribed treatment regimen, both to achieve cure & to prevent emergence of drug resistance
- Instruct patients regarding symptoms suggesting adverse drug reactions & advise them to seek assistance when these occur
- Smoking cessation is important for improved airway function
- In patients w/ hypersensitivity-like pulmonary disease, complete avoidance of mycobacterial antigen is recommended:
- Use of indoor hot tub should be avoided for hot tub lung
- Avoid exposure to metalworking fluid for metal grinders
- For hot tubs & indoor pools, advise patient to follow maintenance procedures (eg draining & thorough cleaning of the tub & filtering system), patient on the importance of adherence to the prescribed treatment regimen, both to achieve cure & to prevent emergence of drug resistance