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Which type of immunity is present at birth and provides broad protection?
Which type of immunity is present at birth and provides broad protection?
- Acquired immunity
- Active acquired immunity
- Natural immunity (correct)
- Passive acquired immunity
What is the first line of defense in the natural immunity system?
What is the first line of defense in the natural immunity system?
- Inflammatory responses
- Production of antibodies
- Chemical and physical barriers (correct)
- Activation of phagocytes
Which type of immunity develops after birth as a result of exposure to an antigen?
Which type of immunity develops after birth as a result of exposure to an antigen?
- Passive acquired immunity
- Natural immunity
- Active acquired immunity
- Acquired immunity (correct)
In acquired immunity, what is the source of antibodies in passive acquired immunity?
In acquired immunity, what is the source of antibodies in passive acquired immunity?
What is the third line of defense in the immune system?
What is the third line of defense in the immune system?
Which gender is more likely to have autoimmune disorders?
Which gender is more likely to have autoimmune disorders?
How does increasing age affect the immune system's ability to respond to infection?
How does increasing age affect the immune system's ability to respond to infection?
What type of immunity involves the body producing its own antibodies?
What type of immunity involves the body producing its own antibodies?
Which line of defense involves the activation of phagocytes?
Which line of defense involves the activation of phagocytes?
What is the term used to describe a substance that triggers an immune response?
What is the term used to describe a substance that triggers an immune response?
What is the primary reason for the body's slower response to infection in the elderly?
What is the primary reason for the body's slower response to infection in the elderly?
How can adequate intake of vitamins and protein affect the immune response?
How can adequate intake of vitamins and protein affect the immune response?
What role do childhood and adult immunizations play in acquired immunity?
What role do childhood and adult immunizations play in acquired immunity?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect immune response?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect immune response?
Why is lymph node assessment important?
Why is lymph node assessment important?
What is the difference between lymphadenopathy and lymphadenitis?
What is the difference between lymphadenopathy and lymphadenitis?
Which laboratory finding is NOT associated with an allergic response?
Which laboratory finding is NOT associated with an allergic response?
Which type of allergy testing involves direct application of the suspected allergen to the sensitive tissue?
Which type of allergy testing involves direct application of the suspected allergen to the sensitive tissue?
Which of the following is NOT a precaution for preparing a patient for allergy testing?
Which of the following is NOT a precaution for preparing a patient for allergy testing?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the body developing IgE antibodies after initial exposure to an antigen?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the body developing IgE antibodies after initial exposure to an antigen?
What is the most dangerous type of allergic reaction?
What is the most dangerous type of allergic reaction?
What is the initial medication of choice for treating anaphylaxis?
What is the initial medication of choice for treating anaphylaxis?
What is the classification of epinephrine?
What is the classification of epinephrine?
What is the primary action of antihistamines in managing allergic reactions?
What is the primary action of antihistamines in managing allergic reactions?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves T-cells and macrophages, but not antibodies?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves T-cells and macrophages, but not antibodies?
Which of the following is an example of a Type V hypersensitivity reaction?
Which of the following is an example of a Type V hypersensitivity reaction?
What is the primary management approach for Type IV hypersensitivity reactions?
What is the primary management approach for Type IV hypersensitivity reactions?
Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for allergic reactions?
Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for allergic reactions?
What is the primary action of corticosteroids in managing allergic reactions?
What is the primary action of corticosteroids in managing allergic reactions?
What is the purpose of desensitization therapy for allergies?
What is the purpose of desensitization therapy for allergies?
