Pneumonia related to infection with which of the following organisms would be most likely to demonstrate air bronchograms on chest radiographs?

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Air bronchograms are more commonly seen in lobar pneumonia, which is typically caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Mycobacterium pneumoniae can also cause lobar pneumonia but is less likely to present with air bronchograms. Histoplasma capsulatum is a fungal infection that typically presents with interstitial pneumonia, while Bacillus anthracis is associated with hemorrhagic pneumonia.

Pneumonia Related to Infection with Which of the Following Organisms