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altibaby

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A nurse in a well-child clinic is teaching parents about their child's immune system. Which statement, made by the nurse, is correct?
 
  a. The immune system distinguishes and actively protects the body's own cells from foreign substances.
  b. The immune system is fully developed by 1 year of age.
  c. The immune system protects the child against communicable diseases in the first 6 years of life.
  d. The immune system responds to an offending agent by producing antigens.

Question 2

The nurse should provide which information to parents about the prevention of parasitic infections? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Perform good handwashing.
  b. Diaper a child when swimming.
  c. Avoid cleaning the bathroom facilities with bleach.
  d. Shoes should be worn outside.
  e. Fruits and vegetables should be washed before eating.



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The immune system responds to foreign substances, or antigens, by producing antibodies and storing information. Intact skin, mucous membranes, and processes such as coughing, sneezing, and tearing help maintain internal homeostasis. Children up to the age of 6 or 7 years have limited antibodies against common bacteria. The immunoglobins reach adult levels at different ages. Immunization is the basis from which the immune system activates protection against some communicable diseases. Antibodies are produced by the immune system against invading agents, or antigens.

Answer to Question 2

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Children are more commonly infected with parasites than adults, primarily as a result of frequent hand-to-mouth activity and the likelihood of fecal contamination. Good handwashing can prevent the transmission. Shoes should be worn when outside to prevent transmission and fruits and vegetables should be washed before eating. The child should not swim in a pool that allows diapered children. The bathroom facilities should be cleaned with bleach to decrease the chance of transmission.




altibaby

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


matt95

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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