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A patient has an Aspergillus niger infection. What should be used to treat it?
 
  a. Fluconazole (Diflucan)
  b. Ribavirin (Virazole)
  c. Metronidazole (Flagyl)
  d. Ketoconazole (Nizoral)

Question 2

Which of the following characteristics would put an adult at increased risk for a severe case of RSV?
 
  1. Compromised immune system
  2. History of asthma
  3. Under 30 years of age
  4. More than 65 years of age
  a. 1, 4
  b. 2, 3
  c. 1, 2, 3
  d. 1, 2, 4



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Answer to Question 1

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An A. niger infection is best treated with fluconazole (Diflucan). The other listed options are used against other fungi, viruses, or bacteria.

Answer to Question 2

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An adult with a compromised immune system who is over age 65 is at increased risk for a severe case of RSV. A history of asthma or being under age 30 is not an increased risk factor for RSV.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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