The client who has recovered from chickenpox has what type of immunity to this disease?
A. Natural acquired active immunity
B. Artificial acquired active immunity
C. Natural acquired passive immunity
D. Artificial acquired passive immunity
A
In response to the naturally acquired chickenpox virus (varicella zoster virus) present in the client, the client's immune system will synthesize antichickenpox antibodies that will provide this client with long-term protection against chickenpox. This type of immunity is considered "active" because the client's body took an active part in making the antibodies.
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