In this 2 1/4-hour session, participants will learn about the complicated factors that affect a patient who is homeless and/or uses substances and how these factors will influence adherence to TB treatment and interactions with health care workers. Participants will explore their own assumptions and attitudes about working with patients with special challenges, and how community perceptions of homelessness and substance use can influence the patient-provider relationship. Suggestions for improving adherence in patients with special challenges will be reviewed, as well as tips for identifying community resources and helping patients connect with them.
Session 5 Participant Workbook
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