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question 13

bacterial or fungal infection that requires prompt medical attention is known as:
a) pancreatitis.
b) dysentery.
c) hematochezia.
d) peritonitis.
e) volvulus.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A (pancreatitis): Usually inflammation of the pancreas, often due to gallstones or alcohol, not primarily a bacterial/fungal infection requiring prompt attention in the context of this question's focus.
• Option B (dysentery): An intestinal infection, typically bacterial (like Shigella) or parasitic, causing severe diarrhea with blood/mucus. It needs prompt medical attention as it can lead to dehydration and other complications.
• Option C (hematochezia): Refers to passage of fresh blood per rectum, related to bleeding in the lower GI tract, not an infection.
• Option D (peritonitis): Inflammation of the peritoneum, can be bacterial (e.g., from a ruptured appendix), but the question's wording and typical context make dysentery a better fit for "bacterial or fungal infection requiring prompt attention" as a primary infection.
• Option E (volvulus): A twisting of the intestine, a mechanical obstruction, not an infection.

Answer:

B. dysentery