Pneumonia

question 6

Multiple Choice

Pneumonia

• A)always presents as a diffuse,patchy inflammation of the lungs.
• B)is rarely acquired in the community.
• C)can result from the use of mechanical ventilators.
• D)is always an exogenous infection.
• E)all of the above.

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Definitions:

Stress

A condition or feeling experienced when a person perceives that demands exceed the personal and social resources the individual is able to mobilize.

Homeostasis

The ability of a living system to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating its actions and sensory information.

Stable Environment

An environment where conditions remain relatively constant over time, allowing for the maintenance of ecosystem equilibrium.