The nurse has contributed to an educational program for staff members. Which statement made by a staff member indicates a correct understanding of how passive immunity is provided?
a. "Having an acute disease."
b. "Administration of a toxoid."
c. "Administration of a vaccine."
d. "Administration of immunoglobulin."
ANS: D
Artificially acquired passive immunity involves injection of preformed antibodies. Antibodies are made up of immunoglobulins. A. B. C. These do not explain how passive immunity is provided.
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