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moongchi

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When a patient has laryngotracheobronc hitis (LTB), which of the following is the primary anatomic alteration that is found?
 
  a. Edema of the mucous membranes
  b. Airway smooth muscle contraction
  c. Excessive alveolar fluid
  d. Epiglottitis

Question 2

A patient has a pleural effusion from an unknown cause. A fluid sample has been taken for analysis. To help identify the cause of the effusion, all of the following tests should be performed EXCEPT:
 
  a. specific gravity.
  b. biochemical makeup.
  c. cytologic examination.
  d. bacterial culture.



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Answer to Question 1

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LTB is an inflammatory process that causes edema and swelling of the mucous membranes. Airway smooth muscle contraction is found in asthma. Pulmonary edema is excessive alveolar fluid. Epiglottitis is a swollen epiglottis.

Answer to Question 2

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Specific gravity is a measurement of the density of fluids and would not be indicated in evaluating the cause of a pleural effusion.





 

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