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A 48-year-old patient has had multiple sclerosis for 15 years, and she is receiving interferon injections. What is the purpose of interferon injections?
 
  A) To modify the immune response by suppressing antibody production and cellular immunity
  B) To give rise to numerous cell types able to form tissues in three germ layers
  C) To complement receptors and, as a result, play an important role in the clearance of antigens
  D) To complement components, prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and other inflammatory mediators

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A 66-year-old man underwent a successful partial gastrectomy for the treatment of stomach cancer 3 years ago. The man had a scheduled follow-up appointment with his primary caregiver and had blood work completed.
 
  The results of the man's blood work indicated anemia. The nurse who is contributing to the patient's care should recognize that this patient's anemia may be attributable to what factor?
  A) A recurrence of the man's cancer
  B) Paralytic ileus
  C) Infection
  D) Decreased vitamin B12 absorption


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Sarahjh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Medesa

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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