Preliminary exam General Studies August 05, 2024

1. Consider the following statements about tuberculosis (TB):

  1. TB is primarily caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  2. The Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course (DOTS) strategy is designed to improve compliance and is a cornerstone of TB control.
  3. The BCG vaccine provides complete immunity against TB.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?