The following season, you are concerned about getting the flu again. Which of the following statements is true?
Because you have had the flu once, you will be protected from getting it again.
You continue to be at risk because nothing can protect you from reinfection.
Premedication with immunosuppressants will provide protection against infection.
Vaccination for prevalent strains of influenza virus can provide improved protection against the disease.
The Correct Answer is D
A. Having had the flu does not guarantee lifelong immunity; different strains can circulate each year.
B. While previous infection may provide some immunity, it is not complete protection, and vaccination can enhance protection against future infections.
C. Immunosuppressants would actually increase the risk of infection rather than provide protection.
D. Vaccination is the best way to provide protection against prevalent strains of influenza, as the virus can mutate and new strains can emerge each season.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Anti-inflammatory drugs primarily work by blocking the chemical mediators of inflammation, such as prostaglandins, thereby reducing pain and swelling.
B. While some anti-inflammatory medications may affect blood flow indirectly, their main action is not to increase blood flow to tissues.
C. Anti-inflammatory drugs may help minimize scar formation indirectly but are not primarily indicated for that purpose.
D. These drugs do not enhance the immune system; instead, they modulate inflammatory responses.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Cancer is not a common cause of acute pancreatitis; it may cause chronic pancreatitis or complications in later stages.
B. While cystic fibrosis can lead to pancreatic damage, it is not the most prevalent cause of acute pancreatitis.
C. Autoimmunity can contribute to pancreatic conditions but is not the leading cause of acute pancreatitis.
D. Excess alcohol intake is a well-established and the most common cause of acute pancreatitis due to its toxic effects on pancreatic cells.
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