Rick, a 22-year-old patient, has had a bad cough that has lasted almost a month. He says his chest hurts, and he has been coughing up blood. Since his last visit three months ago, he has lost 12 pounds. His temperature is 101.9°F. For which of the following diseases might you expect the physician to test?

A. Tuberculosis
B. Measles
C. Diphtheria
D. Hepatitis
E. Epiglottitis


Answer: A

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