The client has lost the ability to synthesize T-suppressor lymphocytes. What type of immune system problem should the nurse expect this client to demonstrate?
A. Increased severity of allergy and other hypersensitivity reactions
B. Decreased ability to recognize self from non-self
C. Decreased immunoglobulin production
D. Increased rate of cancer development
A
T-suppressor lymphocytes function to limit the actions of general and specific responses. These cells prevent overresponses to the presence of "foreign proteins" within a person's environment. People who are deficient in T-suppressor cell activity have more severe hypersensitivity reactions, allergies, and autoimmune responses.
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