A patient with an abscess has produced a large volume of brown-colored, putrid sputum. What type of microorganism would most likely result in brown, putrid sputum production?
a. Fungi
b. Viruses
c. Aerobic bacteria
d. Anaerobic bacteria
D
Anaerobic bacteria are responsible for foul-smelling, brown or grey secretions associated with a lung abscess.
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A. perfusion B. hypoperfusion C. aerobic metabolism D. homeostasis
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A) International personnel manager guidelines B) EEOC uniform guidelines C) Local laws D) State laws
____ associated with Graves' disease is the bilateral protrusion of the eyes and retraction of the eyelids due to deposits of connective tissue behind the eyes.
A. Hyperthyroidism B. Thyroid storm C. Goiter syndrome D. Exophthalmos
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a. Aluminum b. Polyethylene c. Manganese d. Carbon composite