During Which Stage of Syphilis Does Fever, Lymphadenopathy, and a Red

question 42

Multiple Choice

During which stage of syphilis does fever, lymphadenopathy, and a red to brown rash occur?

• A)primary
• B)secondary
• C)tertiary
• D)latent
• E)All of these choices are correct

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Definitions:

Left Subclavian

Refers to the left subclavian artery, a major artery that supplies blood to the left arm and, indirectly, to portions of the head and thorax.

Aortic Arch

The portion of the major artery (the aorta) that bends between the ascending and descending aorta, giving rise to several branches that supply blood to the head and arms.

Venules

Small veins that allow deoxygenated blood to return from the capillary beds to larger veins.

Arterioles

Small arteries that lead to capillaries, controlling blood flow and pressure through regulation of their diameter.