Nontuberculous mycobacteria such as Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium kansasii are associated with which one of the following diseases?
a. COPD
b. Bronchiectasis
c. Status asthmaticus
d. Cystic fibrosis
A
Patients with COPD are prone to getting an M. avium or M. kansasii infection. There is no greater risk associated with the other lung problems.
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A) high-frequency oscillation B) synchronized intermittent positive pressure ventilation (SIPPV) C) assist/control (A/C) D) intermittent positive pressure ventilation
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