Chapter 23 review

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After Mia catches a cold, her body temperature rises as a response to the pathogen. This increase in temperature is an example of

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A physiological barrier

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What is the yellowish fluid in the body that helps carry disease-fighting cells?

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Lymph

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Michael was injured while playing soccer and his doctor explained that an organ in his left upper quadrant helps filter blood, removing pathogens and old blood cells. Which organ is the doctor referring to?

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The spleen

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After eating a meal rich in fats, Aria wonders how her body processes these nutrients. In addition to filtering out toxins and helping to maintain fluid balance and homeostasis, the lymphatic system also

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Absorbs and transports fats and proteins

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Priya and her grandfather both catch the same cold virus. In general, how does her grandfather’s immune system response compare to Priya’s?

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It is weaker.

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Aria has just given birth to a baby. She wonders what helps protect her newborn from disease in the first months of life. What is the correct answer?

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Infants are born with a limited amount of immunity from transfer of the mother’s antibodies.

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While attending a birthday party, Avery suddenly develops difficulty breathing, swelling, and hives after eating a dessert containing nuts. What is this life-threatening reaction to an allergen called?

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Anaphylaxis

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After undergoing a medical procedure, Charlotte begins to experience swelling in her arm, which is diagnosed as lymphedema. Which procedure is most commonly associated with the development of lymphedema?

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Cancer surgery

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Maya accidentally cuts her finger while helping Henry, who is HIV positive, clean up a spill. Which of the following ways could HIV be transmitted in this situation? Droplets in the air, Touch, Indirect contact, Blood

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Blood

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Charlotte was recently diagnosed with HIV. Her doctor explained that she can live longer by taking combinations of medications called

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Antiretroviral therapy