A patient had a severe case of pneumonia for a few weeks. The patient became concerned that 2 weeks of antibiotics were not helping and went to the doctor for a repeat checkup
A sputum sample led to a lung biopsy, which revealed the causative organism to be Aspergillus, an opportunistic infection. What are some similarities between the patient's innate (general) and adaptive (acquired) immune systems? Select all that apply.
A) They have highly specialized, systemic cells.
B) They work to eliminate, or prevent attack of "self" from "non-self."
C) They have cells that originate in the bone marrow.
D) They have humoral immunity and can make IgG.
A, B, C
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A) Cover the burn with ice and secure with a towel. B) Apply butter to the area that is burned. C) Immerse the child in a cool bath. D) Avoid touching the burned area under any circumstances.
When planning the response to the potential use of smallpox as an agent of terrorism, the emergency department (ED) nurse manager will plan to obtain adequate quantities of
a. vaccine. b. atropine. c. antibiotics. d. whole blood.
The nurse begins a prenatal assessment on a 25-year-old primigravida at 20 weeks' gestation and immediately contacts the healthcare provider because of which finding?
1. Pulse 88/minute 2. Respirations 30/minute 3. Temperature 37.4° C (99.3° F) 4. Blood pressure 118/82
A client diagnosed with pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is treated with magnesium sulfate. The nurse tells the client that the purpose of this treatment is to:
a. prolong labor. b. prevent seizures. c. increase blood pressure. d. stimulate urination.