How does our immune system protect us from cancer?
A. It recognizes and destroys abnormal cells, which differ from normal cells.
B. Lymphocytes block lymphatic channels so that tumor cells cannot metastasize through the lymphatics.
C. Proliferation of T lymphocytes declines in response to tumor growth.
D. It destroys viruses that promote tumor growth.
A
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a. Rejection b. Safety c. Making a fresh start d. Immediate assistance at hand
After reviewing information about albumin, the student demonstrates a need for additional review based on which statement about albumin?
1. It carries nutrients to tissues and cells. 2. It affects the metabolism of medications. 3. It is a minor blood protein. 4. It helps with water balance.
During a scheduled well-child visit the mother of a 3-year-old states, "My child masturbates in the bathtub, and it is very upsetting to me." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
1) "Tell your child not to do that. It is dirty." 2) "Masturbation is normal. Just tell your child that it is a private thing to do." 3) "Encourage your child's self-expression." 4) "Children don't usually do that until they are teenagers."
Prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE):
a. depends on individual patient risk factors, with either mechanical prophylaxis or a pharmacological approach being used. b. should require the use of newer drugs such as fondaparinux because they are safer than heparin and just as effective when a rapid anticoagulation effect is required. c. can be achieved by using mechanical devices, which have the added advantage of being risk-free. d. is best achieved by using multimodal interventions.