A patient is diagnosed with Hashimoto thyroiditis and asks what causes it. The nurse would respond that the destruction of thyroid cells in this condition is due to which of the following?

Antigen-antibody complexes

Autoantibodies

Viral infection

Bacterial infection

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Antigen-antibody complexes: These are involved in Type III hypersensitivity reactions, not in Hashimoto thyroiditis.
B.   Autoantibodies: Hashimoto thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder where autoantibodies target thyroid peroxidase (TPO) and thyroglobulin, leading to inflammation and destruction of thyroid cells.
C.   Viral infection: Although some autoimmune conditions may have viral triggers, Hashimoto's is not directly caused by a viral infection.
D.   Bacterial infection: Bacterial infections do not cause Hashimoto thyroiditis.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Education on Epi-pen: While education is important, it is not a priority during a severe allergic reaction.
B. Maintaining airway: Airway compromise is the primary concern during a severe allergic reaction due to potential bronchospasm and swelling.
C. Emotional support: Providing emotional support is important but secondary to maintaining the airway.
D. Treat urticaria: Managing skin symptoms like hives (urticaria) is not the top priority when airway obstruction is a risk.

A. "You need to stay on antibiotics for the rest of your life." B. "You should avoid people that are sick to decrease the risk of you getting an infection." C. "You need to stay on antihistamines the rest of your life." D. "You can drink as much alcohol as you want."

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. "You need to stay on antibiotics for the rest of your life."Lifelong antibiotic therapy is not standard post-transplant care, though immunosuppressants are required.
B. "You should avoid people that are sick to decrease the risk of you getting an infection." Immunosuppressive medications used post-transplant increase the risk of infections.
C. "You need to stay on antihistamines the rest of your life."Antihistamines are not a routine part of post-transplant care.
D. "You can drink as much alcohol as you want."Alcohol should be strictly avoided to protect the transplanted liver.

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