Which of the following aspects of a patient's site of ...

[abern]

Which of the following aspects of a patient's site of inflammation would help the care provider rule out chronic inflammation?
 
  A)
  High levels of macrophages
  B)
  Increased neutrophils
  C)
  Proliferation of fibroblasts
  D)
  Infiltration of lymphocytes

Question 2

A patient comes into a clinic complaining of cough, fever, and shortness of breath. The patient informs the health care provider that he is HIV positive.
 
  Upon physical exam, the family nurse practitioner (FNP) may note which of the following clinical manifestations of suspected Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP)? Select all that apply.
  A)
  Interstitial infiltrates on chest x-ray
  B)
  Respiratory rate of 32 with normal breath sounds
  C)
  Stridor when taking a deep breath
  D)
  Use of abdominal muscles to breathe while sitting on the exam table
  E)
  Night sweats that require clothing changes frequently throughout the night

[Jane]

Answer to Question 1

Ans:
B

Feedback:

Chronic inflammation lacks the sudden and marked proliferation of neutrophils that is associated with acute inflammation. Chronic inflammation is associated with increased presence and action of fibroblasts, macrophages, and lymphocytes.

Answer to Question 2

Ans:
A, B

Feedback:

PCP is a common presenting manifestation of AIDS or people with compromised immune systems. The symptoms include cough, fever, shortness of breath, and weight loss. Physical exam demonstrates only fever and tachypnea (elevated respiratory rate) and normal breath sounds. Chest x-ray shows interstitial infiltrates. Night sweats are usually associated with tuberculosis infection.