Which of the following statements regarding rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is INCORRECT?
A. The blood and synovial tissues of RA patients contain an autoantibody directed against the patient's own gamma globulin.
B. Immune complexes composed of gamma globulin and autoantibody are deposited in joints of RA patients.
C. Antigen-antibody complexes activate complement and generate an inflammation within the joints.
D. Lymphocytes and macrophages attracted to the joints by the inflammatory process secrete cytokines (tumor necrosis factor) that damage the joints.
E. Drugs that block the effect of tumor necrosis factor have not been useful or effective for treating RA patients.
E
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impaired social interaction, related to excessive neuronal activity, as evidenced by aggressiveness and dysfunctional play with others. Which finding indicates the plan of care was effective? a. Improved ability to identify anxiety and use self-control strategies b. Increased expressiveness in communication with others c. Engages in cooperative play with other children d. Increased responsiveness to authority figures
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