Pathophysiology Practice Test: Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense — Flashcards | Pathophysiology 101 | FatSkills

Pathophysiology Practice Test: Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense — Flashcards

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The normal host defense mechanisms against infection include (1) normal skin and mucous membranes, (2) phagocytic system, (3) humoral immunity, and (4) cellular immunity. The compromised host is an individual who has one or more defects in these defense mechanisms. (Source: NIH.gov)

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When a patient asks the nurse what hypersensitivity is, how should the nurse respond? Hypersensitivity is best defined as:
an excessive or inappropriate response of the immune system to a sensitizing antigen.
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