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What CD4 count is associated with Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP)?

Between 200 and 300
500
Above 300
Below 200 (correct)

How is Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP) diagnosed?

Chest X-ray only
Sputum culture
Broncheolavar lavage (BAL) (correct)
Blood test

What characteristic appearance can be observed in the lungs of individuals with Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP)?

Granular appearance
Smooth and clear appearance
Black spots
Foamy honeycomb, ground glass, or patchy infiltrate appearance (correct)

Which staining method is used to identify the fungus that causes Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP)?

Methamine silver stain (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does prophylaxis for Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP) typically begin?

When CD4 count is below 200 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic appearance of the lungs in individuals with Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia?

Foamy honeycomb (C) Signup and view all the answers

When can prophylaxis for Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia begin according to the provided information?

CD4 counts below 200 (C) Signup and view all the answers

How is Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia diagnosed from bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) samples?

Methamine silver stain (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred treatment for individuals allergic to sulfa drugs who have Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia?

Pentadamine (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which staining method is utilized to identify the fungus that resembles disc-shaped yeasts in Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia?

Methamine silver stain (C) Signup and view all the answers