When a person is able to resist damage from microorganisms, he or she is said to be ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
immune
Immunity means being able to resist damage from microorganisms.
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a. Explain the surgical options b. Explain the operative risks c. Verify/obtain the patient's signature d. Verify the patient's understanding of the procedure
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a. Headaches b. Skin rash c. Disease suppression d. Numbness in the fingers