Explain how vaccines work.

What will be an ideal response?


A vaccine introduces into the body noninfectious portions of a pathogen. The immune system of the body produces antibodies to the vaccine that then provide immunity against the infectious disease itself.

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How many pairs of ribs are there?

A) 14 B) 12 C) 10 D) 8

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The hormone that is secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates the cortex of the adrenal gland is called:

A. corticotropin. B. adrenocorticotropic hormone. C. ACTH. D. all of these. E. none of these.

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Jennifer must agree to the oral surgery that her dentist is recommending. This is her right to _____

a. self-care b. elective treatment c. privileged access d. evidence-based medicine e. informed consent

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Eggs containing salmonella enteritis are the number-one cause of food poisoning outbreaks in the nation.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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