Multiple Choice
Which immune system response is most likely to be activated in a patient who presents with profound cyanosis following a chest injury?
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21. The Immune System
Introduction to the Immune System
Multiple Choice
Factors that work generically against any foreign substance entering the host are described as:
A
Innate immunity.
B
Specific immunity.
C
Irregular immunity.
D
Immune metabolism.
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the concept of immunity: Immunity refers to the body's ability to resist or eliminate potentially harmful foreign materials or abnormal cells.
Differentiate between types of immunity: Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense and acts against any foreign substance in a non-specific manner, while specific immunity (adaptive immunity) targets specific pathogens.
Identify the characteristics of innate immunity: Innate immunity includes physical barriers like skin, chemical barriers like stomach acid, and cells like phagocytes that act quickly and generally against pathogens.
Consider the options provided: Evaluate each option based on your understanding of immunity. Innate immunity is non-specific, specific immunity targets specific pathogens, irregular immunity is not a recognized term, and immune metabolism is not directly related to the concept of immunity.
Conclude which type of immunity acts generically against any foreign substance: Based on the characteristics of innate immunity, it is the correct answer as it provides a general defense against pathogens.
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