ATI RN
Immune System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following causes memory cells to convert to plasma cells?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A client is being taught about the transmission of HIV and is taught that body fluids such as blood,semen and vaginal secretions can transmit the virus. What is the other body fluid that the HIV virus can be transmitted through?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
You give an intradermal injection of allergen to a patient who is undergoing skin testing for allergies. A few minutes later,the patient complains about feeling anxious short of breath and dizzy. You notice that the patient has reddened blotches on the face and arms. All of these therapies are available on your emergency cart. Which action should you take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The patient is showing signs of anaphylaxis,a life-threatening allergic reaction. The first priority is to administer epinephrine which acts quickly to reverse the symptoms by constricting blood vessels relaxing airway muscles and increasing heart rate. Oxygen and IV access are important but secondary to the immediate administration of epinephrine. Albuterol may be used for bronchospasm but is not the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with chronic hepatitis C has been receiving interferon alfa-2a (Roferon-A) injections for the last month. Which information gathered during a visit in the home to conduct an interview and physical assessment is most important to communicate to the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The primary mode of treatment for ankylosing spondylitis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.