Which of the Following Is the Pneumonia-Type Illness That Surfaced

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the pneumonia-type illness that surfaced in February 2003 in China and caused an epidemic scare?

• A) tuberculosis
• B) severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)
• C) hepatitis C
• D) West Nile virus

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Definitions:

Radiopaque Iodine Material

A contrast agent containing iodine used in radiographic imaging to improve the visibility of internal structures.

Pulmonary Artery

A major blood vessel responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Pneumothorax

A collection of air or gas in the pleural cavity that displaces lung tissue.

Shortness of Breath

A condition where an individual experiences difficulty breathing or feels suffocated.