Author Question: List and briefly discuss the four first-line defenses against ... (Read 24 times)

Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

List and briefly discuss the four first-line defenses against infection.

Question 2

Discuss toxic shock syndrome. What are some causes?

daiying98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Skin: unbroken; waterproof like covering.
Mucous membranes: line body openings.
Cilia: sweep away invading organisms.
Chemical defenders: destroy pathogens.

Answer to Question 2

A rare yet potentially fatal bacterial infection caused by prolonged use of tampons.
Super-absorbent tampons are not as prevalent in the market today.
Greatest risk is women aged 1625.
Use of diaphragm in body for a long time is also a risk factor.