An infestation of parasitic insects, characterized by pruritus and inflammation is
impetigo
psoriasis
alopecia
pediculosis
pediculosis
Rationale: Pediculosis is an infestation of parasitic insects characterized by pruritus and inflammation; impetigo is an infectious bacterial inflammation characterized by vesicles, pustules, and bullae; alopecia is the absence of hair; and psoriasis is a chronic skin disease characterized by red lesions and silvery scaling thought to be caused by an autoimmune disorder.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The cells that transfer delayed hypersensitivity and secrete proteins that activate other cells are called:
a. Td cells. c. Th cells. b. Tc cells. d. Ts cells.