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This 38-year-old patient living in North Carolina was in good health until 2 months prior to admission, when the patient developed a low-grade fever, myalgias, and a non-productive cough. The patient was given an antibacterial agent by a local physician. After 2 weeks of therapy, the patient’s condition had not improved. A chest radiograph demonstrated “right middle lobe air space disease”.  Over the next month, the patient’s condition worsened. The patient noted daily chills, fevers, night sweats, and a 15-lb weight loss. As the patient’s symptoms were worsening, the patient was admitted to the hospital. The patient had an unremarkable travel history and no animal exposure, was a nonsmoker, and had no HIV risk factors. It was noted that the patient worked for the power company cutting tree limbs and tops. On physical examination, a lesion was noted on the side of the nose. Examination of the skin lesion demonstrated thick-walled single budding yeast.   1. What pathogen do you suspect? Explain your response. (2 pts)   2. What was the most likely mode of exposure to the etiologic agent? (2 pts)

The Southeast Asia state known as French Indochina is today known as …

Who of the following would be considered “Eurocentric”?

During the postictal phase of a seizure, the nurse identifies which of the following as expected findings? Select All That Apply.

The nurse has been closely monitoring a client after sustaining a severe head trauma. At 1000, the nurse notes the following posturing present in the client. At 1300, the nurse notes a change in the client (see 1300 assessment). The nurse interprets that this change in the client’s posturing indicates what? 1000 Assessment                 1300 Assessment

Which of the following microbes is found in soil rich in nitrogen content (that seen in mouse nesting areas)?

Roosevelt established the ________, similar to the agency Wilson had created during WWI, to ease tensions between business and labor and end labor strife.

General MacArthur was relieved of his command in Korea because he ….

Choose the correct form of the demonstrative adjective in parentheses to complete the sentence. 5. Las rebajas de ________ (this) almacén son legendarias.

Propping up a baby bottle is ____