The nurse dropped the index cards with the correct order for the process of complement fixation for antigen destruction. The cards are currently in random order and need to be placed in the correct order
Which is the correct order for the steps that occur during the process of complement fixation for antigen destruction?
1 . Complements help in the formation of highly specialized antigen–antibody complexes.
2 . Complements become active.
3 . Specific cells are targeted.
4 . Complexes cause holes to develop in the cell membrane.
5 . Sodium and water flow into the cell, causing it to burst open
A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 1, 3, 4, 5
C) 3, 4, 1, 5, 2
D) 4, 3, 2, 5, 1
B
Feedback:
Complements become active. Complements help in the formation of highly specialized antigen–antibody complexes. Specific cells are targeted. Complexes cause holes to develop in the cell membrane. Sodium and water flow into the cell, causing it to burst open.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is caring for a client who is having an anaphylactic reaction. Which of these medications does the nurse know is usually administered FIRST to a client who has an anaphylactic reaction?
a. aminophylline c. dopamine hydrochloride b. ampicillin d. epinephrine
A client in chronic renal failure asks the nurse, "Why must I drink this awful-tasting Kayexalate 4 times a day?" Which of the following explanation by the nurse would be most appropriate?"
a. "If you do not drink it, we'll have to give it as an enema." b. "It will help lower your potassium level by exchanging sodium ions for potassium ions in your intestines." c. "It will help increase your urine output by stimulating your kidneys and promoting the movement of water into the tubule system." d. "It will prevent infections by decreasing the bacteria in your intestinal tract."
The nurse has determined through digital exam that the client's cervix is 8 cm dilated. The client has a slight urge to push
The nurse should encourage the mother to not bear down until after the cervix is completely dilated to prevent: (Select all that apply.) A. Maternal exhaustion. B. Cervical edema. C. Tearing and bruising of the cervix. D. Enhanced perineal thinning. E. Lack of pain control.
The nurse provides footwear and gloves to leprosy clients to prevent trauma to their insensitive and deformed hands and feet. This is an example of
1. Primary level of prevention 2. Secondary level of prevention 3. Tertiary level of prevention 4. Primary health care prevention