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nelaaney

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Which of the following conditions is characterized by a barking cough?
 
  a. diphtheria
  b. epistaxis
  c. croup
  d. Mnire disease

Question 2

Kaposi sarcoma is a cancer often seen in patients with:
 
  a. Hodgkin disease
  b. AIDS
  c. sarcoidosis
  d. elephantiasis



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Answer to Question 1

c
Explanation:
a. diphtheria: is characterized by the formation of a thick, membranous film across the throat
b. epistaxis: is a nosebleed
c. croup: correct
d. Mnire disease: is an acute or chronic inner ear condition

Answer to Question 2

b
Explanation:
a. Hodgkin disease: Kaposi sarcoma is not seen in Hodgkin disease
b. AIDS: correct
c. sarcoidosis: Kaposi sarcoma is not seen in sarcoidosis
d. elephantiasis: Kaposi sarcoma is not seen in elephantiasis



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