Inflammatory cascade - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

HIV EIA (3rd generation immunoassay) - Answer-can use urine, saliva, or serum (most accurate), need to wait until 12 weeks post exposure to see antibodies, >99% accurate 4th generation immunoassay- "gold standard" measures P24 antigen can test 10 days post exposure Mast cell - Answer-Cellular bags of granules located in loose connective tisssue close to blood vessels. Activation initiates inflammatory process. Histamine - Answer-Causes vasodilation, increases vascular permeability, i...

NU 545 CH 7 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A++ Cathelicidins Family of antimicrobial peptides that in humans has one member. Defensins antimicrobial peptides that inhibit microbial growth Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) soluble acute-phase protein in the blood that binds to mannose residues on pathogen surfaces and, when bound, activates the complement system by the lectin pathway Resistin-like molecule beta Found in intestinal goblet cells, where it appears to pr...

NSG5003 WEEK 2 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY STUDY GUIDE LATEST UPDATE 2023/2024 (A+). Chapter 7: Innate Immunity: Inflammation MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which action is a purpose of the inflammatory process? a. To provide specific responses toward antigens b. To lyse cell membranes of microorganisms c. To prevent infection of the injured tissue d. To create immunity against subsequent tissue injury 2. How do surfactant proteins A through D provide innate resistance? a. Initiate the complement casc...

NSG5003 WEEK 2 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY STUDY GUIDE LATEST UPDATE 2023/2024 (A+). Chapter 7: Innate Immunity: Inflammation MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which action is a purpose of the inflammatory process? a. To provide specific responses toward antigens b. To lyse cell membranes of microorganisms c. To prevent infection of the injured tissue d. To create immunity against subsequent tissue injury 2. How do surfactant proteins A through D provide innate resistance? a. Initiate the complement casc...

Psychopharm Exam 1 practice 170 Questions with Verified Answers The PMHNP is evaluating a 68-year-old man for symptoms of major depression. While assessing the appearance of the patient, an obvious left-sided ptosis is noted. Which cranial nerve is directly linked to this condition? a. III b. IV c. V d. VI - CORRECT ANSWER A A 55-year-old woman has been referred for a psychiatric evaluation for a change in personality, lack of impulse control, and increasingly reckless decision-making....

Describe the mechanism of action of corticosteroids on the airway - ️️Targets airway inflammation by: 1. Decreasing the inflammatory cascade (eosinophils, macrophages, and T-lymphocytes) 2. Reversing mucosal edema, decreasing the permeability of capillaries 3. Inhibiting the release of leukotrienes What are the cautions and contraindications for decongestants such as oxymetazoline? - ️️Caution: 1. When there are any lesion or erosion in the mucous membranes 2. Patient's who hav...

NSG 5003 COMPLETE WEEK 2 STUDY GUIDE CHAPTER 7-11 2024 LATEST UPDATE.TOP PRIORITY MULTIPLE CHOICE STUDY GUIDE CORRECTLY ANSWERED (A+ GUARANTEE) Chapter 7: Innate Immunity: Inflammation MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which action is a purpose of the inflammatory process? a. To provide specific responses toward antigens b. To lyse cell membranes of microorganisms c. To prevent infection of the injured tissue d. To create immunity against subsequent tissue injury 2. How do surfactant proteins A th...

PATH 3610 Midterm 2 Exam | Complete Solutions (Verified) Which of the following terms describe an exudate? a. formed due to increase in venous hydrostatic pressure b. contains plasma ultrafiltrate primarily c. contains fluid, protein, and inflammatory cells The specific movement of neutrophils toward a focus of inflammation is termed: a. peristalsis b. chemotaxis c. margination The systemic fever response is a result of which of the following? a. pyrogens influencing the hypothalamic thermore...

NR 546 Midterm Exam 2023/2024 Questions AND Answers Update A+ What should the PMHNP consider when prescribing chemical restraints? - Answer-- allergy status -prior med hx for adverse drug reactions r/t the meds ordered in the chemical restraint -state regulations regarding chemical restrains must be reviewed Are the PMHNP and other staff liable if the client has an allergic reaction or adverse side effects to the drugs used for chemical restraint? - Answer-No. The client has been court-...

True or False MS is most commonly diagnosed before the age of 20. CORRECT ANSWER-False = most commonly between 20-50 years True or False While the ratio of women developing MS is 2:1 to men, men are more likely to have a higher severity of disability CORRECT ANSWER-True True or False Prevalence of MS increases in those who live closer to the equators. CORRECT ANSWER-False = there is a link to Vitamin D levels; prevalence increases in those who live FARTHER from the the equator Outlin...