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Which of the following is a true statement?


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Tuberculosis

An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs, characterized by coughing, weight loss, and fever.

Productive Cough

A cough that results in the expulsion of mucus or phlegm from the respiratory tract.

Cyanosis

A bluish discoloration of the skin resulting from poor circulation or inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

Intubation

The insertion of a tube into the body, typically to provide a passageway for air to enter and exit the lungs during anesthesia or severe illness.

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