Question 1

The term _____ is given to any foreign substance that stimulates a specific immune system response.

Accepted Answer

A)  antibody
B)  allergen
C)  antigen
D)  foreign bodyE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 2

The normal human microbiota is considered part of the 1st line of defense because

Accepted Answer

A)  microbial antagonism keeps potential pathogens in check.
B)  microbiota cause an inflammatory response, eliminating pathogens.
C)  pathogens and normal biota cannot exist in the same location.
D)  resident bacterial cells stimulate phagocytosis of pathogens.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Nonspecific chemical defenses include

Accepted Answer

A)  lysozyme.
B)  lactic acid and electrolytes of sweat.
C)  the skin's acidic pH and fatty acids.
D)  stomach hydrochloric acid.
E)  All of the choices are correct.F) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 4

Genetic differences among species and within a species can convey genetic immunity to certain diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The leakage of vascular fluid into tissues is called ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  pus
B)  chemotaxis
C)  edema
D)  vasoactivity
E)  diapedesisF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

Endotoxin is an exogenous pyrogen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Monocytes are the mature form of macrophages; they are found in tissues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are called _____ because they have prominent cytoplasmic inclusions that appear with identifying, characteristic colors in a stained blood smear.

Accepted Answer

A)  agranulocytes
B)  granulocytes
C)  monocytes
D)  leukocytesE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

You cut your finger dicing chicken for dinner.Which of the following is not a source of chemicals that stimulate the inflammatory response that results from the injury?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bacterial cells that infect the wound
B)  Antibody-producing plasma cells
C)  Localized leukocytes
D)  Host tissues damaged by the knifeE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 10

The mononuclear phagocyte system (MPS)  is an intricate network throughout the body that comprises

Accepted Answer

A)  connective tissue and monocytes.
B)  connective tissue and lymphocytes.
C)  connective tissue fibers and phagocytic white blood cells.
D)  connective tissue fibers, mast cells, and basophils.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 11

The granules of basophils contain ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  digestive enzymes
B)  histamine
C)  antigens
D)  antibodies
E)  lysozymeF) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 12

A type of monocyte that has long, thin processes to trap pathogens is a(n)  ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  dendritic cell
B)  platelet
C)  macrophage
D)  eosinophil
E)  mast cellF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 13

A patient visits your clinic often with recurrent respiratory infections.Based upon their medical history, it appears they have been an active smoker for over 40 years.Select the statement that most accurately reflects how this information may reveal why the patient is highly susceptible to respiratory pathogens.

Accepted Answer

A)  Smoking can paralyze the ciliary escalator.
B)  Smoking decreases the formation and effectiveness of complement proteins.
C)  Smoking directly inhibits B- and T-cell action.
D)  Smoking decreases the activity of neutrophils.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

All of the following are granulocytes except _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  neutrophils
B)  eosinophils
C)  lymphocytes
D)  basophils
E)  All of the choices are granulocytes.F) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 15

A properly functioning immune system is responsible for

Accepted Answer

A)  surveillance of the body.
B)  recognition of foreign material.
C)  destruction of foreign material.
D)  All of the choices are correct.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following fluid compartments is not a partner in immune function?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extracellular fluid
B)  Intracellular fluid
C)  Blood stream
D)  Lymphatic systemE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following is mismatched in relation to inflammation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tumor - cancer
B)  Rubor - redness
C)  Dolor - pain
D)  Calor - warmthE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following is not a chief function of inflammation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cause a fever
B)  Start tissue repair
C)  Block further invasion
D)  Mobilize and attract immune components to injury site
E)  Destroy microbesF) None of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 19

The _____ system of blood proteins act to lyse foreign cells and viruses.

Accepted Answer

A)  lymphoid
B)  cell-mediated
C)  complement
D)  humoral immunityE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Keratin is an important aspect of nonspecific defense because it

Accepted Answer

A)  is toxic to pathogens.
B)  destroys pathogens.
C)  physically restricts pathogens to a specific region.
D)  creates a physical barrier against pathogens.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is not a chief function of inflammation?

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The granules of basophils contain ______.

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Keratin is an important aspect of nonspecific defense because it

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Genetic differences among species and within a species can convey genetic immunity to certain diseases.

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Nonspecific chemical defenses include

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The _____ system of blood proteins act to lyse foreign cells and viruses.

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Monocytes are the mature form of macrophages; they are found in tissues.

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A type of monocyte that has long, thin processes to trap pathogens is a(n) ______.

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The term _____ is given to any foreign substance that stimulates a specific immune system response.

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Neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are called _____ because they have prominent cytoplasmic inclusions that appear with identifying, characteristic colors in a stained blood smear.

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Which of the following fluid compartments is not a partner in immune function?

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Endotoxin is an exogenous pyrogen.

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The normal human microbiota is considered part of the 1st line of defense because

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Which of the following is mismatched in relation to inflammation?

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A properly functioning immune system is responsible for

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The mononuclear phagocyte system (MPS) is an intricate network throughout the body that comprises

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All of the following are granulocytes except _____.

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The leakage of vascular fluid into tissues is called ______.

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The granules of basophils contain ______.

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Keratin is an important aspect of nonspecific defense because it

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Genetic differences among species and within a species can convey genetic immunity to certain diseases.

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