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A patient with an indwelling catheter tip began spiking a fever of 39°C.The site of the catheter was inflamed and red.The catheter tip was cultured,and the following organism was isolated: a nonlactose-fermenter on MacConkey agar;a glucose,xylose,and mannitol oxidizer with the ability to hydrolyze esculin.This organism is most likely which one of the following?
Myalgia
Muscle pain or soreness, often related to overuse, injury, or underlying health conditions.
Minor Trauma
Refers to physical injuries that are not life-threatening and usually require minimal medical intervention.
Contusion
A medical term for a bruise, which is a discoloration of the skin caused by bleeding underneath, usually due to trauma.
Sprain
An injury to a ligament caused by tearing or overstressing, often occurring in ankles, knees, or wrists.
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