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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?


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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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