Fungal Skin Infections: Types and Locations

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What is the likely reason why Patient Julia has been in and out of the hospital for the past 8 months?

  • She was undergoing surgical interventions
  • She was taking antibiotics
  • She was receiving radiation therapy
  • She was receiving chemotherapy treatments (correct)

What is the status of Patient Julia's immune system due to her long-term chemotherapy?

  • Immunocompetent
  • Immunodeficient
  • Autoimmune
  • Immunocompromised (correct)

What did Patient Julia check on the bread before deciding not to eat it?

  • The expiration date of the bread
  • The packaging of the bread
  • The smell and mold of the bread (correct)
  • The shelf life of the bread

What symptoms did Patient Julia experience on the 1st day after eating the bread?

<p>Nasal discharge, noisy breathing, and sneezing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Patient Julia's husband to take her back to the hospital in the emergency room?

<p>She was experiencing severe coughing and difficulty of breathing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely cause of Patient Julia's respiratory problem?

<p>Infection caused by the mold in the bread (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should Patient Julia have done to the bread before consuming it?

<p>Check for visible signs of mold (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of chemotherapy in Patient Julia's treatment?

<p>To treat her cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What health education can you give to Patient Julia regarding food safety?

<p>Always check for visible signs of mold before consuming food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Patient Julia's immunocompromised status on her health?

<p>She is more susceptible to infection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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