The nurse is providing education to the parent of an infant about innate immunity. Which statement by the parent indicates an understanding of the material?
A) "Innate immunity is a delayed response of the immune system."
B) "Innate immunity responds to a specific antigen to prevent illness."
C) "Innate immunity is the basis for vaccinations."
D) "Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense."
D) "Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense."
Explanation: A) Innate immunity is the immune system's initial, nonspecific response to antigens in general, and is the body's first line of defense against potentially harmful foreign material. In contrast, acquired immunity is a delayed response to a specific antigen, and is the basis for receiving vaccinations.
B) Innate immunity is the immune system's initial, nonspecific response to antigens in general, and is the body's first line of defense against potentially harmful foreign material. In contrast, acquired immunity is a delayed response to a specific antigen, and is the basis for receiving vaccinations.
C) Innate immunity is the immune system's initial, nonspecific response to antigens in general, and is the body's first line of defense against potentially harmful foreign material. In contrast, acquired immunity is a delayed response to a specific antigen, and is the basis for receiving vaccinations.
D) Innate immunity is the immune system's initial, nonspecific response to antigens in general, and is the body's first line of defense against potentially harmful foreign material. In contrast, acquired immunity is a delayed response to a specific antigen, and is the basis for receiving vaccinations.
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