In comparing connective tissue disorders, which disorder is most likely to result in patient injury, affect pulmonary function, and increase the patient's risk of infection as a result of the indicated drug therapy?
A. Polymyositis (PN)
B. Sjogren's Syndrome (SS)
C. Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)
D. Systemic lupus erythematousus (SLE)
Answer: A. Polymyositis (PN)
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