The cells of the lymphatic system produce proteins known as ________, which assist in immune response regulation. Two types of these proteins are monokines and lymphokines.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


cytokines

Cytokines, including monokines and lymphokines, assist in immune response regulation.

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A. Staphylococcus aureus B. Candida albicans C. Pseudomonas aeruginosa D. Haemophilus influenzae

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Testing for ________ vision acuity should be done if the patient complains of difficulty reading or performing other close-range tasks.

A. near B. distant C. isolated D. secluded

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The normal perfusion of body tissues requires all of the following components, EXCEPT:

a. adequate mentation b. intact vascular system c. functional pump d. adequate blood volume

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Quality improvement strategies, as listed by AHRQ, include:

a. Physician reminder systems. b. Patient education services. c. Internal audits. d. All of the above.

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