In Severe Cases of Tissue Necrosis Related to an Abscess

question 9

Multiple Choice

In severe cases of tissue necrosis related to an abscess, what can occur?
1) Fluid ruptures into a bronchus.
2) Broncholithiasis occurs.
3) Bronchospasm will close off the affected bronchi.
4) Fluid ruptures into the intrapleural space.

• A)1, 2
• B)1, 4
• C)3, 4
• D)1, 2, 3

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