A patient has a positive response to a Candida test, in addition to a positive purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test. Which interpretation of this result is correct?
a. The patient is anergic.
b. The patient has a Candida infection.
c. The patient's PPD test is reliable.
d. The patient has active tuberculosis infection.
ANS: C
The positive Candida reaction means the patient's immune system is intact and that the PPD test is reliable. Two negative results would indicate anergy. All patients react to Candida. Active infection is possible but must be confirmed with a culture.
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