What are two general mechanisms by which autoimmune diseases could arise?

What will be an ideal response?


1) Appearance of new self-proteins in the circulation that have not previously been exposed to the immune system. 2) An immune response to foreign antigens resembling self-antigens.

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Synarthrotic joints ________

A) characterize all cartilaginous joints B) are found only in adults C) have large joint cavities D) are immovable joints

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When dextrose is added to fluids, it is meant to serve as a calorie source

a. true b. false

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An elderly patient has a broken femur that is healing very slowly. A young resident suggests using a device that will create an electrical field in the area of the fracture to help speed the healing process. Why might this possibly help?

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An example of sexual behavior used for nonsexual purposes would be:

A. a teenage girl using sex and becoming pregnant to ensure getting out of her parents' house. B. engaging in sexual activity as an end in itself. C. renting a XXX movie on a Sunday afternoon for physical stimulation, resulting in sexual intercourse. D. engaging in sexual intercourse only when the female is potentially fertile.

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