In RNTCP what is the schedule for sputum examination after beginning the chemotheraphy, in category I patients -: (A) 2, 4 and 6 months, (B) 1, 2 and 3 months, (C) 3, 5 and 6 months, (D) 1, 3 and 5 months
Answer is A. - the patient taking category I treatment of DOTS should examine sputum at 2 months. - if the sputum is negative fur bacilli , then continuation phase is staed and sputum is examined at 4 and 6 months. Reference : Park's textbook of preventive and social medicine, 23rd edition, pg no:188 <\p>