During the initial contact with a patient it is important to provide essential information regarding TB. Care should be taken not to overwhelm the patient. It is important to establish a level of comfort with the patient so that he or she feels comfortable enough to ask questions. Continually asking the patient questions during the initial discussion, to ensure the information is being understood correctly, can help in this process. More detailed information can be provided by the health care worker during subsequent visits with the patient. .
