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IgA is primarily responsible for ______ protection.
IgA is primarily responsible for ______ protection.
viral
Basophils release ______ during an allergic response.
Basophils release ______ during an allergic response.
histamine
Sepsis is a medical emergency caused by the body's response to ______.
Sepsis is a medical emergency caused by the body's response to ______.
infection
Anaphylaxis requires ______ intervention due to its severity.
Anaphylaxis requires ______ intervention due to its severity.
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HIV is spread by contact through ______, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk.
HIV is spread by contact through ______, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk.
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AIDS is caused by the ______ virus.
AIDS is caused by the ______ virus.
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In Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), a common symptom is a ______ rash.
In Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), a common symptom is a ______ rash.
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A patient with low CD4 counts may be diagnosed with ______.
A patient with low CD4 counts may be diagnosed with ______.
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Patients with latex allergies should be assessed for allergies to ______, avocados, and grapes.
Patients with latex allergies should be assessed for allergies to ______, avocados, and grapes.
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Patients with SLE are advised to avoid ______ exposure.
Patients with SLE are advised to avoid ______ exposure.
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Study Notes
Immunoglobulins
- IgA: Viral protection
- IgE: Allergy and parasite infestation
- IgG: Secondary antibody protection
- IgM: Primary antibody protection
Allergies
- Basophils release histamine during allergic responses
- Assess for allergies to bananas, kiwis, apricots, avocados, grapes in patients with latex allergies
Sepsis
- Medical emergency, body's response to infection uncontrolled, causing tissue damage and organ failure
- Symptoms: Hypotension, tachycardia, shortness of breath (SOB), fever, confusion
Anaphylaxis
- Severe allergic reaction needing immediate intervention
- Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, SOB, rash, anxiety
HIV
- Spread through blood, semen, vaginal secretions, breast milk
- No cure, but controllable with standard precautions
- Priority: Prevent infection
- Diagnostic tests: ELISA, Western blot, PCR
- Untreated, can lead to AIDS
AIDS
- Caused by HIV
- Symptoms: Low white blood cell count (WBC), low CD4 cells, low platelets, weight loss, fever, night sweats, weakness, infections
- Strict adherence to antiretroviral therapy needed
- Diagnosis: CD4+ cells fall below 200 cells/mL
- Incubation period: Typically within 10 years of infection
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Autoimmune disease causing extensive inflammation and tissue damage
- Symptoms: Butterfly rash, joint pain, fever, fatigue, weight loss, nephritis
- Triggers: Sunlight, stress, drugs, pregnancy
- Nursing interventions: Teach patient to avoid sunlight, provide steroids, advise patient to wash skin with mild soap.
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Test your knowledge on immunoglobulins, allergies, sepsis, anaphylaxis, and the implications of HIV and AIDS. Understand the roles of different antibodies and the body's responses to various health conditions in this comprehensive quiz. Perfect for students studying immunology or healthcare professionals.
