Once the Initial Site of Infection in the Lung Heals

question 3

Multiple Choice

Once the initial site of infection in the lung heals from the patient's immune system,which of the following is not true?

• A)Pockets of bacteria may lie dormant for many years
• B)The bacteria are all dead and can no longer cause disease
• C)The patient will have a positive skin test at this point
• D)Clinically,there is no evidence of disease

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