Name 2 ways in which mucus helps defend us from pathogens.

Q: Dead phagocytes are one component of pus. Why is pus a sure signof infection?

A: Infection is defined as the invasion and multiplication of pathogenic microorganisms. White blood…

Q: Where are mucous membranes found in the bodyand what do they consist of? How do they preventpathogen…

A: The non-specific defense is provided to the body by the physical defense. The physical defense…

Q: Phagocytes are most effective against intracellular viruses. Phagocytes are equally effective…

A: Phagocytosis is a process of killing pathogens by using WBC'S. Some organs have there specific…

Q: Interferons are primarily produced in response to infection with which pathogen type? Group of…

A: Introduction :-   Interferons are synthetic analogues of proteins produced by your body. These…

Q: List four innate defensive responses present in the body, and explainhow each type functions to…

A: Innate immunity is the nonspecific defense mechanisms that gets activated immediately or within…

Q: The specialized cells that provide the interface between the lumen of the gut and the underlying…

A: M-cells are specialized epithelial cells found in the FAE of PP, and in isolated lymphoid follicles,…

Q: Choose the combination of answers that most accurately completes the statement. An example of an…

A: Inflammation is a part of the natural feedback of the body to harmful stimuli, such as allergens and…

Q: . ● What signaling molecules do macrophages secrete? Interferon Interleukin-1 Histamine Only a and b

A: macrophages are a type of white blood cell that surrounds and kills microorganisms, removes dead…

Q: Why is prolonged treatment necessary for tuberculosis?

A: Tuberculosis (TB) contagious infection of the lungs cause by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. An infected…

Q: Although the inflammatory process is beneficial in most cases, it can sometimes be harmful. In what…

A: Inflammation is the body's reaction to fight off microbial, immune system, metabolic or physical…

Q: Describe how the skin and mucus membranes help to prevent infection

A: The skin forms the largest organ in the body of an organism. It has the area of approximately 20…

Q: Which of the following is not considered a "first line of defense" against pathogens? a) lysozyme b)…

A: All the options are considered as the first line of defense against pathogens .…

Q: 1. Where are mast cells typically not found?     A. Mucosal tissue   B. Circulation   C.…

A: Please post another question separately. We are answering only the first question as per the norms.…

Q: External defenses against microbial invasion include the_____and the mucous membranes that line…

A: 1= SKIN

Q: Explain how inflammation takes part in different diseases. Briefly explain this at your own words

A: The disease is defined as any deviation from the structural and functional state of the human being.…

Q: A patient has their spleen removed due to an accident.  How will this affect the immune response?

A: The ability to overcome pathogens and other harmful substances is known as immunity. Immunity…

Q: 1. A patient comes into the hospital complaining of having symptoms that looks like to be a…

A: When a pathogenic organism enters our body, the immune system responds by starting a cascade of…

Q: In your own understanding, explain the function of mast cells.

A: Mast cells are immune cell that take part in variety of physiological responses. They are located in…

Q: Which of these innate defenses would be most inhibited by antibiotic use?

A: Innate immunity is non-specific immunity. It is present since birth. Memory is absent in innate…

Q: Many microbial pathogens enter the gut of humans along with food. What are the preventive barriers…

A: There are many microbes which act as pathogen infect the food these pathogens easily enters our gut…

Q: Which of the following drug clasification is responsible to liquify/break down mucus in order to aid…

A: It is important for a nurse to know the different classes of drugs and their actions as well as side…

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Q: inflammation takes part in different diseases

A: Inflammation is a technique with the aid of using which your body’s white blood cells and the…

Q: does Epithelial cells and Muco-ciliary escalator fights off infection

A: The growth of germs in the body causes infection. The germs are microorganisms, including bacteria,…

Q: suppose than individual's arm is cut, and because of this injury, bacteria are able to gain entry to…

A: When it comes to protecting the body then immune system is the system that acts as defense mechanism…

Q: Dendritic cell lectins are involved in the transport of virus to lymph nodes: Influenzavirus…

A: Dendritic cells are part of the adaptive immune response. These cells work as antigen-presenting…

Q: The adaptive immune system has a memory. How does this memory improve the host’s response in…

A: The adaptive immune system is also known as acquired immunity and it uses specific antigens to…

Q: What happens when a dendritic cell detects a pathogen? Group of answer choices the dendritic cell…

A: Dendritic cells (DC) are specialized innate antigen presenting cells that have a unique ability to…

Q: Summary of the role of the innate system in defense against invading pathogens.

A: We know that The innate immune system is the body's first line of defense against pathogens entering…

Q: Are there ways in which candida albicans might slow down or avoid the adaptive immune system?

A: Candida albicans is known to exhibit following virulence factors which are helpful in either evading…

Q: How would you know with certainty that a cell you see under the microscope is a macrophage?.. What…

A: Since there are multiple questions in this particular question, I will answer the first three for…

Q: Increase in body temperature should increase the rate of metabolism of microbes instead of killing…

A: An increase in body temperature increases the rate of metabolism of microbes. Whenever an individual…

Q: How do the skin, gastrointestinal tract, and respiratory system provide defenses against invading…

A: INTRODUCTION The body's most fundamental and nonspecific defense mechanism is physical defense.…

Q: Humans have innate immunity for protection against pathogens that may enter the gut along with food.…

A: Innate immunity also called natural or native Immunity, consists of   mechanisms that exist before…

Q: Anatomy and Physiology 2 question, Describe how the circulatory and lymphatic/immune systems are…

A: In terms of their anatomy, the circulatory system and the lymphatic system have certain…

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A: cell-mediated immunity rely on antigen-presenting cells that contain membrane-bound MHC class I…

Q: Which line of defense includes active immunity? O first se O third O fourth

A: Active immunity is defined as the immunity gained towards a pathogen after the exposure to that…

Q: Explain how the physiology of the skin and the gastrointestinal system makes it difficult for…

A: Multicellular organisms are composed of different types of specialized groups of cells. These cells…

Q: Select the correct one. Which of the following is part of the second line of defense against…

A: The immune system is made up of special organs, cells, and chemicals that battle contamination…

Q: List FOUR features of the acute and chronic responses to infection and name TWO cytokines involved…

A: Inflammation is a defense process carried out by the immune system in which the entry of the antigen…

Q: If you were to contract one or the other, whichwould you rather have, an Entamoeba infection or…

A: Answer- Entamoeba histolytica is a endoparasite which is a protozoan and causes amoebiasis which is…

Q: What are ways in which candida albicans might slow down or avoid the adaptive immune system?

A: Candida albicans is a human opportunistic pathogen. This is an entirely typical element of our gut…

Q: Visit this website (http://openstaxcollege.org/l/chemotaxis) to learn about phagocyte chemotaxis…

A: Chemotaxis is the phenomenon by which bacteria, and other single-cell or multicellular organisms…

Q: What is the protective function of mucus?

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Q: Why is meningitis so dangerous? Consider the body system that is primarily affected in your…

A: Meningitis is the swelling of the protective membrane (meninges) of the spinal cord and the brain.…

Q: What is/are the functions of the following: a. Lecithin Granules b. Hyaline Bipolar Granules c.…

A: Introduction: Lecithin is a fatty substance present in plant and animal tissues. It is important…

Q: Discuss the inflammatory response and the part it plays in the generation of pain

A: A disease is a specific aberrant condition that affects the structure or function of all or part of…

Q: xplain the following Sweat glands in the armpits secrete perspiration with a pH close to neutral…

A: The immune system is made up of a complex network of cells and proteins which provide the body…

Q: All of the following are associated with the skin except _____. a. blood vessels b. a low…

A: Skin is the largest organ of the body that covers the body to protect the body from germs. It acts…

Wound infections

A wound is damaged or breaks in the surface of the skin. The wound is divided into two types, they are acute wound that includes minor cuts, laceration, bites, etc, and chronic wounds that can become slow to heal including ulcers on the legs and feet. Redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a wound.