A mother comes to the clinic with her 5-year-old child. The mother is concerned that the child has a fever of 100.3° F. The nurse knows that
This fever could cause a seizure
A low grade temperature can decrease multiplication of pathogens
The child should be taking fever reducing medicine
This is serious, they need to see the doctor right away
The Correct Answer is B
A. This fever could cause a seizure:
Febrile seizures are typically associated with temperatures >102°F, especially when rising rapidly.
B. A low-grade temperature can decrease multiplication of pathogens:
A mild fever is a normal immune response that creates an environment less favorable for pathogens to multiply and can enhance immune activity.
C. The child should be taking fever reducing medicine:
Antipyretics may not be necessary for a low-grade fever unless the child is uncomfortable.
D. This is serious, they need to see the doctor right away:
A temperature of 100.3°F is considered low-grade and generally not serious in an otherwise healthy child.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Naturally acquired passive immunity
Passive immunity occurs when antibodies are transferred (e.g., from mother to baby); it does not involve the person’s immune system actively responding.
B. Naturally acquired active immunity
This occurs when a person is exposed to a pathogen, like the measles virus, and their body mounts an immune response, producing long-lasting immunity.
C. Artificially acquired active immunity
This is obtained through vaccination, not from infection.
D. Artificially acquired passive immunity
This refers to receiving antibodies (e.g., through injection of immune globulin), not through natural infection.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. "These organs are used in digestion."
They are part of the lymphatic/immune system, not the digestive system.
B. "These organs assist with vitamin absorption."
Vitamin absorption is mainly the role of the intestines.
C. "These organs regulate electrolyte balance."
Electrolyte balance is regulated by kidneys and endocrine organs.
D. "These organs are for immunity."
The thymus matures T cells, the spleen filters blood and responds to infection, and lymph nodes trap and destroy pathogens.
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