A combining form that means protection is ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


immun/o; immuno

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Which vitamin taken in high doses in early pregnancy is said to prevent serious birth defects?

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An older adult male client has been effectively taking the same dose of digoxin (Lanoxin), a cardiotonic, for the past 20 years. During his recent visit to the cardiologist, the client's spouse tells you that lately her husband has not been eating and has been experiencing hallucinations. What might the nurse consider first as a cause of these complaints?

a. Side effects from the digoxin b. Fear of death and dying c. Attention-seeking behavior d. Bad nutrition

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