As a nurse conducting a research study on the effectiveness of a new medication for treating tuberculosis in high-risk populations, which experimental design would be most appropriate to determine the drug’s impact on mr. aguinaldo’s symptoms and overall health outcomes ?

Mr. Aguinaldo, a 55-year-old male patient, presents to the clinic with complaints of persistent cough, weight loss, and night sweats. He has a history of smoking for 30 years and works as a construction laborer. Upon further assessment, he also reports experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath.