Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis ( 35 Questions)

Question 19 :
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A nurse is caring for a client with suspected tuberculosis (TB) and observes that the client has developed cervical lymphadenopathy. What does this finding suggest?

Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Cervical lymphadenopathy is not specific to active pulmonary TB and can occur in extrapulmonary TB as well.

B) Incorrect. Allergic reactions typically do not result in cervical lymphadenopathy.

C) Correct. Cervical lymphadenopathy is often associated with extrapulmonary TB, as TB can affect various parts of the body, including lymph nodes.

D) Incorrect. Cervical lymphadenopathy is not necessarily indicative of a secondary bacterial infection.




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