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madam-professor

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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

Question 2

In order to prevent pulmonary emboli, a filter may be placed into which of the following vessels to prevent clots from being carried into the pulmonary circulation?
 
  a. Subclavian vein
  b. Pulmonary artery
  c. Thoracic duct
  d. Inferior vena cava
  e. Femoral artery


katheyjon

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Anaerobic bacteria are responsible for foul-smelling, brown or grey secretions associated with a lung abscess.

Answer to Question 2

D
An inferior vena cava vein filter may be surgically placed in the inferior vena cava to prevent clots from being carried into the pulmonary circulation. The effectiveness and safety of these filters are not well established and, in general, they are only recommended in some high-risk patients. Edema distal to the filters is a complicating factor.


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