5 Questions
Why is a high body temperature considered a positive response to bacterial infection?
It enhances the killing of bacteria
What happens to the bacteria when the body temperature increases?
They are damaged and destroyed
What is the effect of high body temperature on the brain?
It causes dizziness and lethargy
What happens to the nutrients and energy when the body is fighting an infection?
They are redirected to the infected area
Why is the immune system's response to infection important?
It aids in the elimination of the pathogen
Study Notes
Fever as a Positive Response to Bacterial Infection
- Elevated body temperature helps kill bacteria by disrupting and destroying them.
- Fever triggers a response that leads to dizziness and lethargy, which in turn directs the body's resources away from other organs and towards the site of infection or injury.
- The body redirects a significant amount of nutrients and energy to the affected area to aid in the healing process.
- The increased temperature triggers the release of interleukin-1, which leads to feelings of fatigue and a desire to rest.
- This response is a natural defense mechanism to combat bacterial infection and promote recovery.
This quiz covers the body's response to bacterial infection, including the role of fever in combating infection and the inflammatory process.
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