Question

Identify the incorrect statement/s:
(A) Intestinal perforation and death may occur in severe cases of typhoid infection.
(B) Common cold is caused by Rhinoviruses.
(C) Lips and fingernails may turn grey to bluish colour in severe cases of pneumonia.
(D) Pneumonia is caused by Salmonella.
(E) Typhoid fever could be confirmed by Widal test.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (C) and (D) only
• B. (B) and (E) only
• C. (D) only
• D. (A) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Pneumonia Causes and Statement Analysis 

This question analyzes statements related to the causes of pneumonia and identifies an incorrect statement.

Key Point: Pneumonia is commonly caused by bacterial infections, but can also be caused by viruses, fungi, or parasites. Different microorganisms can lead to pneumonia depending on factors such as age, underlying health conditions, and exposure.

Statement Analysis:

• Statement (D) is Incorrect: Pneumonia Causes: Statement Correction

Pneumonia is caused by bacterial strains like Streptococcus pneumoniae and NOT Salmonella.

• Other Statements are Correct: The other statements provided (not listed here) are assumed to be factually accurate regarding pneumonia.