Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis ( 35 Questions)

Question 16 :
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A nurse is assessing a client suspected of having tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following clinical manifestations is most commonly associated with pulmonary TB?

Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Joint pain and swelling are not typical symptoms of pulmonary TB.

B) Incorrect. Skin rash and itching are not common symptoms of pulmonary TB.

C) Correct. Persistent cough and sputum production are common symptoms of pulmonary TB, as the disease primarily affects the lungs.

D) Incorrect. Confusion and memory loss are not typical symptoms of pulmonary TB; they may occur in cases of disseminated or extrapulmonary TB.




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