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jayhills49

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The nurse takes into consideration that when the antigen and antibody react, the complement system is activated which:
 
  a. toughens the cell wall.
  b. generates more T cells.
  c. attracts phagocytes.
  d. makes the antigen resistant.

Question 2

A patient is admitted with a secondary immunodeficiency from chemotherapy. The nursing plan of care should include provisions for:
 
  a. infection control.
  b. supporting self-care.
  c. nutritional education.
  d. maintaining high fluid intake.



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CAPTAINAMERICA

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The complement system is a group of plasma proteins that are dormant until there is an antigen-antibody interaction. The proteins destroy the cell membrane and attract phagocytes.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Immune deficient persons are at risk for infection and need to be protected aggressively for contagion.




jayhills49

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent


Sarahjh

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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