Rick, a 22-Year-Old Patient, Has Had a Bad Cough That

question 73

Multiple Choice

Rick, a 22-year-old patient, has had a bad cough that has lasted almost a month. He says his chest hurts, and he has been coughing up blood. Since his last visit three months ago, he has lost 12 pounds. His temperature is 101.9°F. For which of the following diseases might you expect the physician to test?

• A) Diphtheria
• B) Measles
• C) Epiglottitis
• D) Hepatitis
• E) Tuberculosis

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FICA

The Federal Insurance Contributions Act tax, a United States federal payroll (or employment) tax imposed on both employees and employers to fund Social Security and Medicare—federal programs that provide benefits for retirees, people with disabilities, and children of deceased workers.

Federal Insurance Contributions Act

A U.S. law that requires employees to contribute to Social Security and Medicare, with matching contributions from employers.

Burden Of The Tax

The impact of a tax on the economic welfare of individuals, showing who ultimately bears the cost of the tax.

Excise Tax

A direct tax placed on manufactured goods, and is often levied at the time of manufacture, rather than at sale.