Pulmonary Tuberculosis Clinicopathological Forms Quiz
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What is a common predisposing factor for post-pneumonic complications?

  • Regular exercise
  • Loss of consciousness from alcohol or drug overdose (correct)
  • High cholesterol
  • Obesity

    • Which of the following organisms is NOT typically associated with post-pneumonic complications?

  • Staphylococcus
  • Escherichia coli (correct)
  • Klebsiella
  • Pseudomonas

    • What is a common clinical manifestation of post-pneumonic complications?

  • Decreased heart rate
  • Fever (correct)
  • Weight gain
  • Improved appetite

    • What percentage of the world's population has been infected with Tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>33%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of TB is primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

    <p>Primary TB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells are morphologically altered to form epithelioid cells and Langhans' multinucleated giant cells in TB pathogenesis?

    <p>Macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common clinical presentation of primary pulmonary tuberculosis?

    <p>Fever, chest pain, and little physical findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common clinical presentation of secondary pulmonary tuberculosis?

    <p>Cough, weight loss, wasting, and night sweats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate statement about the Tuberculin skin test (PPD or Mantoux test) for diagnosing tuberculosis?

    <p>It indicates prior exposure to TB (infection or BCG vaccination) through a type IV hypersensitivity reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate statement about the use of the interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) test for diagnosing tuberculosis?

    <p>The IGRA test is an alternative to the Tuberculin skin test that can be used in individuals who have received BCG vaccination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common radiographic finding on chest X-ray for primary pulmonary tuberculosis?

    <p>Nonspecific, often lower lobe infiltrate, hilar lymph node enlargement, and pleural effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common radiographic finding on chest X-ray for secondary pulmonary tuberculosis?

    <p>Lesions located in the apices or superior segment of a lower lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate description of the primary form of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>Composed of a peripheral parenchymal granuloma, TB lymphangitis, and hilar lymph node involvement (TB lymphadenitis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate description of the secondary (reactivation) form of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>Characterized by the reactivation of a prior site of infection, with lesions localized to the lung apex and hilar lymph node involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate description of the miliary form of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>Caused by hematogenous spread of bacteria, leading to a disseminated disease with a poor prognosis without treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most common clinical presentation of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>Chronic productive cough and hemoptysis, with generally well-preserved respiratory function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate statement about the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) using the tuberculin skin test (TST)?

    <p>The TST has high sensitivity but low specificity, and a positive result may indicate either active TB or latent TB infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most accurate statement about the use of chest X-ray in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB)?

    <p>Chest X-ray can be used to detect the presence of pulmonary TB, but the findings are not specific and require further testing for confirmation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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