A 54-Year-Old Male Is Diagnosed with Empyema

question 6

Multiple Choice

A 54-year-old male is diagnosed with empyema. Which of the following is most likely the cause?

• A) Virus
• B) Staphylococcus aureus
• C) Klebsiella pneumoniae
• D) Moraxella catarrhalis

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Definitions:

Tonsils

Lymphoid tissues located in the pharynx that play a role in protecting the body from respiratory and gastrointestinal infections.

Skin

The body's largest organ, serving as a protective barrier against environmental damage, pathogens, and water loss.

Puberty

The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction, marked by bodily and hormonal changes.

Stress

The body's response to any demand or challenge, which can be triggered by both positive and negative experiences and can affect mental and physical health.