The nurse knows which of the following statements listed below relative to a client with malignant melanoma treated with alpha interferon (IFN-a) is accurate? Alpha interferon (IFN-a)
A)
will kill certain microorganisms that may help spread the cancer.
B)
plays an important role in the modulation of the inflammatory response.
C)
helps keep all the blood levels at a higher level.
D)
controls the migration of leukocytes to their primary site.
Ans:
B
Feedback:
IFNs are cytokines that primarily protect the host against viral infections and play a role in the modulation of the inflammatory response.
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