Which of the following events is best referred to as degranulation of the mast cell?
A. The contact of an antigen with the skin or lungs
B. The production of antibodies by white blood cells
C. The exposure of mast cells to IgE
D. The release of mast cell contents
Answer: D
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Sources of occupational stress in nursing include all except which of the following?
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The nursing care of a client with muscular dystrophy is focused on symptomatic treatment and supportive care, with a major emphasis on problems pertinent to
a. ambulation. b. elimination. c. nutrition. d. respiration.