Pneumonia: Definition, Classification, Diagnosis, and Management

Question 1

For a patient suspected of having community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), which diagnostic test is typically used first to confirm the diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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Sputum culture

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Blood culture

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PCR for respiratory pathogens

Question 2

What is the defining characteristic of lobar pneumonia?

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Consolidation of an entire lung lobe.

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Aspiration of stomach contents.

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Patchy distribution throughout the lung.

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Caused primarily by Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Question 3

What is the primary mechanism by which pneumonia causes lung damage?

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Inflammation caused by infection

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Airway blockage leading to fluid buildup

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Overactive immune response damaging lung tissue

Question 4

Discuss the complex role of neutrophils in pneumonia, highlighting both their beneficial and potentially harmful effects.

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Neutrophils are essential for fighting bacteria in pneumonia, but their excessive activity can damage lung tissue.

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Neutrophils only have beneficial effects in pneumonia.

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Neutrophils do not play a role in the development of pneumonia.

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Neutrophils exclusively cause harm in pneumonia.

Question 5

Which of the following is the most common cause of community-acquired pneumonia in adults in the United States?

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Haemophilus influenzae

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

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Moraxella catarrhalis

Question 6

What is the pathogen responsible for Legionnaires' disease?

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Legionella pneumophila

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Chlamydia pneumoniae

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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Influenza virus

Question 7

What is the first-line antibiotic recommended for community-acquired pneumonia due to Streptococcus pneumoniae?

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Amoxicillin

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Levaquin

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Azithromycin

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Vancomycin

Question 8

Which of the following diagnostic tests is most useful in confirming the diagnosis of pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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Complete blood count

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Blood culture

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Sputum culture

Question 9

Which of the following best defines pneumonia?

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An infection of the lung tissue caused by microorganisms

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An inflammation of the airways caused by an infection

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An inflammation of the lung lining caused by an infection

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An inflammation of the lung tissue caused by a non-infectious agent

Question 10

Which factors increase the risk of developing pneumonia? Describe the populations most susceptible to this infection.

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Smoking, immunosuppression, and chronic lung disease are risk factors. The elderly and young children are most vulnerable.

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Diabetes, obesity, and heart disease are not primary risk factors for pneumonia. Young adults are not the most vulnerable population.

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Illicit drug use and homelessness are not major risk factors for pneumonia. Pregnant women are not the most vulnerable population.

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Exposure to secondhand smoke and air pollution are not major risk factors for pneumonia. Healthcare workers are not the most vulnerable population.

Question 11

The most prevalent type of pneumonia among adults is:

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Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)

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Aspiration pneumonia

Question 12

In CAP cases, the primary causative microorganism is:

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Haemophilus influenzae

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of pneumonia?

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Bradycardia

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Cough

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Fever

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Tachypnea

Question 14

The gold standard diagnostic method for pneumonia is:

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Chest X-ray

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Sputum culture

Question 15

What is the most common bacterial cause of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)?

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Haemophilus influenzae

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

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Moraxella catarrhalis

Question 16

Which of the following is a typical symptom of pneumonia?

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Cough productive of purulent sputum

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Diarrhea

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Runny nose

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Sore throat

Question 17

What is the recommended first-line antibiotic for treatment of CAP in an otherwise healthy adult?

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Amoxicillin-clavulanate

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Doxycycline

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Azithromycin

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Levofloxacin

Question 18

Which of the following is a predisposing factor for aspiration pneumonia?

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Altered level of consciousness

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Asthma

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Smoking

Question 19

What is the most effective preventive measure against pneumonia?

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Vaccination

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Adequate nutrition

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Smoking cessation

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Hand hygiene

Question 20

Which of the following is a common risk factor associated with pneumonia?

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Immunodeficiency

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Regular exercise

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Healthy diet

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Young age

Question 21

Which microorganism is often the primary cause of community-acquired pneumonia?

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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Staphylococcus aureus

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Haemophilus influenzae

Question 22

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of typical pneumonia?

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Productive cough

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Wheezing

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Dry cough

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Hemoptysis

Question 23

Which diagnostic test is most valuable in confirming a pneumonia diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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Complete blood count

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Sputum culture

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Arterial blood gas

Question 24

When treating community-acquired pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, which antibiotic is typically recommended as the first-line therapy?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin-clavulanate

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Ciprofloxacin

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Erythromycin

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Vancomycin

Question 25

Which complication is commonly associated with pneumonia?

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Pleural effusion

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Myocardial infarction

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Stroke

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Renal failure

Question 26

Which population group is particularly vulnerable to severe pneumonia?

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Elderly

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Adolescents

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Pregnant women

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Healthy adults

Question 27

On a chest X-ray, which finding is typically associated with pneumonia?

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Consolidation

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Nodular opacities

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Reticular opacities

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Bronchial wall thickening

Question 28

Identify the most prevalent type of pneumonia among adults in the community setting:

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Community-acquired pneumonia

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Healthcare-associated pneumonia

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Aspiration pneumonia

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Hospital-acquired pneumonia

Question 29

Which common symptom is typically associated with pneumonia?

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Cough

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Headache

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Diarrhea

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Rashes

Question 30

Select the primary diagnostic tool for pneumonia:

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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MRI

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Blood culture

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Ultrasound

Question 31

Identify the usual causative agent responsible for community-acquired pneumonia:

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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Legionella pneumophila

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Staphylococcus aureus

Question 32

Which factor is NOT considered a risk factor for developing pneumonia?

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Young age

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Chronic lung disease

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Immunocompromised state

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Smoking

Question 33

In previously healthy adults with community-acquired pneumonia, what is the recommended first-line antibiotic regimen?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin-clavulanate

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Fluconazole

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Metronidazole

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Vancomycin

Question 34

Which complication is commonly associated with pneumonia?

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Pleural effusion

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Meningitis

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Appendicitis

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Peritonitis

Question 35

Which population is most vulnerable to severe complications from pneumonia?

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Elderly with underlying chronic conditions

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Healthy young adults

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Children with asthma

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Pregnant women

Question 36

Which of the following is the most prevalent cause of death in patients with pneumonia?

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Respiratory failure

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Cardiac arrest

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Cerebrovascular accident

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Septic shock

Question 37

Which of the following pathogens is NOT commonly associated with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)?

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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Haemophilus influenzae

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Question 38

Select the most prominent clinical feature of pneumonia.

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Fever

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Paralysis

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Rash

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Jaundice

Question 39

Which laboratory test is most frequently used to confirm the diagnosis of pneumonia?

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Sputum culture

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Urinalysis

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Blood culture

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Liver function tests

Question 40

Which patient population is at the highest risk of contracting pneumonia?

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Elderly patients

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Adolescents

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Athletes

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Pregnant women

Question 41

For CAP caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, which antibiotic is considered the primary treatment option?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin-clavulanate

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Doxycycline

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Vancomycin

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Ciprofloxacin

Question 42

Which potential complication may arise from pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Empyema

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Myocardial infarction

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Glaucoma

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Cerebrovascular accident

Question 43

Which preventive measure has been shown to be most effective in reducing the risk of pneumonia?

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Vaccination

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Smoking cessation

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Exercise

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Hand hygiene

Question 44

In the outpatient setting, what is a fundamental principle for managing pneumonia?

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Early administration of antibiotics

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Close monitoring for complications

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Mechanical ventilation

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Intravenous fluid resuscitation

Question 45

Which of the following is a common causative agent of healthcare-associated pneumonia (HCAP)?

Accepted Answer

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

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Chlamydia pneumoniae

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

Question 46

A 65-year-old man presents with fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Chest X-ray reveals a lobar consolidation in the right lower lobe. Which of the following is the most likely causative organism?

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Legionella pneumophila

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Haemophilus influenzae

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of pneumonia?

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Skin Rash

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Fever

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Dyspnea

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Cough

Question 48

Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test for pneumonia in a 25-year-old previously healthy woman presenting with fever, cough, and headache?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray

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Blood cultures

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Bronchoscopy

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Sputum culture

Question 49

Which of the following is a key pathophysiological mechanism underlying the development of pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation of the alveoli and filling with fluid

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Pulmonary embolism and infarction

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Bronchospasm and airway narrowing

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Pleural effusion and compression atelectasis

Question 50

Which of the following is the most likely underlying mechanism causing hypoxemia in a patient with pneumonia?

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Ventilation-perfusion mismatch

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Cardiac tamponade

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Decreased respiratory drive

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Pulmonary hypertension

Question 51

Which of the following is a significant risk factor for developing hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)?

Accepted Answer

Mechanical ventilation

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Seasonal allergies

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Asthma

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Question 52

What is the primary goal of chest physiotherapy in the management of pneumonia?

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To facilitate airway clearance and improve ventilation

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To decrease pleural effusion

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To reduce fever

Question 53

A patient with pneumonia develops acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of ARDS?

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Normal chest X-ray

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Severe hypoxemia

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Bilateral pulmonary infiltrates

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Decreased lung compliance