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    Ati med surg proctored exam (respiratory) Fresno city college

    A nurse is assessing a client who has pulmonary tuberculosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. Lethargy is a common manifestation of pulmonary tuberculosis due to chronic infection and fatigue. B. Dry cough is incorrect; TB typically presents with a productive cough, which may eventually contain blood (hemoptysis). C. High-grade fever is uncommon; TB usually causes a low-grade fever, particularly in the afternoon or evening. D. Weight gain is incorrect; clients with TB typically experience weight loss due to prolonged illness and decreased appetite.

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