David is a 48-year-old homeless man who presented to a street clinic with complaints of hemoptysis and subsequently tested positive for TB. Which of the following characteristics of David's present circumstances would preclude treatment with INH?
A) David was treated with IV vancomycin earlier this year for a bone infection.
B) David is an alcoholic who has hepatitis C (HCV).
C) David is a type 2 diabetic who practices poor glycemic control.
D) David lacks the social support necessary to promote adherence to treatment.
B
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