Interferon functions as part of the innate immune system by
A) acting as an opsonin.
B) enhancing phagocytosis.
C) activating cells that recognize and kill virus-infected cells.
D) preventing viruses from infecting cells.
C
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a. removing b. cutting c. moving d. replacing
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A) "The epinephrine auto-injector is used only when a patient is stung by a bee or suffers an insect bite." B) "It is critical that the EMT identify the cause of the allergic reaction prior to administering epinephrine through the auto-injector." C) "The epinephrine auto-injector should never be used if the patient has developed the allergic reaction after eating chocolate." D) "Epinephrine administered through an auto-injector can be used for all anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions, regardless of the cause."
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A) Gas company B) One or two additional ambulances C) Law enforcement D) Hazardous material clean-up crew
Which patient information would the medical assistant provide when scheduling a patient's surgery?
A. Occupation and hobbies B. Diagnosis and insurance information C. Education level and income D. Driver's license number and next-of-kin E. Religion and professional organizations