T Lymphocytes
Advances in Immunology
Assessment of the Immune System
Nursing Management
Immunoglobulins
100

These participate in the destruction of foreign organisms. What type of T cells and name the 2 major categories.

What are effector T-cells: helper T cells (CD4+ cells) and cytotoxic T cells (CD8+ cells)

100

This uses recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) technology.

What is genetic engineering

100

Differentiate between active and passive acquired immunity.

What is Active acquired immunity refers to immunologic defenses developed by the person’s own body. This immunity typically lasts many years or even a lifetime. Passive acquired immunity is temporary immunity transmitted from a source outside the body that has developed immunity through previous disease or immunization.

100

It is the nurse’s role to do what throughout the diagnostic process?

What is counsel, educate, and support the patient

100

Takes part in allergic and some hypersensitivity reactions, combats parasitic infections

What is IgE

200

These are responsible for recognizing antigens from previous exposure and mounting an immune response

What is memory cells

200

These are capable of self-renewal and differentiation; they continually replenish the body’s entire supply of both RBCs and WBCs.

What is stem cells

200

deficiency in this has been linked to the development of a number of diseases. it plays an important role in homeostasis, immune function, and apoptosis, among other functions

What is Zinc. 

200

Patients recovering from cancer treatment are at increased risk for infections and increased levels of...

What is psychological distress. 

200

Possibly influences B-lymphocyte differentiation, but role is unclear

What is IgD

300

Proteins produced by the cells of the immune system that determine the actions of the immune system cells.

What is cytokines

300

If a specific gene is abnormal or missing, experimental recombinant DNA technology may be capable of restoring normal gene function.

What is gene therapy.

300

In large doses, these can cause immune suppression. Name 3. 

What is antibiotics, corticosteroids, cytotoxic agents, salicylates, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and anesthetic agents

300

Name 2 Humoral Immunity Tests 

What is B-cell quantification with monoclonal antibody, In vivo immunoglobulin synthesis with T-cell subsets, Specific antibody response, Total serum globulins and individual immunoglobulins

300

Appears as the first immunoglobulin produced in response to bacterial and viral infections, Activates the complement system

What is IgM

400

These attack the antigen directly by altering the cell membrane, causing cell lysis (disintegration), and releasing cytolytic enzymes and cytokines.

What is Cytotoxic T cells (killer T cells)

400

Stem cell transplantation has been carried out in humans with certain types of immune dysfunction, such as...

What is systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and multiple sclerosis

400

Personal lifestyle choices have an impact on the immune system. Name 4.

What is Poor nutritional intake, smoking, excessive consumption of alcohol, illicit drug use, and occupational or residential exposure to environmental radiation and pollutants

400

Name 3 Cellular Immunity Tests

What is Total lymphocyte count, T-cell and T-cell subset quantification with monoclonal antibody, Delayed hypersensitivity skin test, Cytokine production, Lymphocyte response to mitogens, antigens, and allogeneic cells, Helper and suppressor T-cell functions

400

Appears in body fluids (blood, saliva, tears, and breast milk, as well as pulmonary, gastrointestinal, prostatic, and vaginal secretions), Protects against respiratory, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary infections, Prevents absorption of antigens from food, Passes to neonate in breast milk for protection

What is IgA

500

These have the ability to decrease B-cell production, thereby keeping the immune response at a level that is compatible with health

What is suppressor T cells

500

Cancer treatments that shut down the pathways that allow malignancies to elude the immune system. (Name two)

What is MoAbs, cancer vaccines, immune adjuvants, immune checkpoint inhibitors, chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, and cytokines

500

The bidirectional pathway between the brain and immune system (the mind–body system) is referred to as... Name 3 biobehavioral strategies that can positively influence the immune system response.

What is psychoneuroimmunology. relaxation, imagery techniques, biofeedback, humor, hypnosis, mindfulness-based strategies, and yoga

500

Name 5 strategies to reduce the risk of infection. 

What is hand hygiene, Infection prevention precautions per institution policy, Continual monitoring for early signs of infection, Teach patients and caregivers to administer medications and therapy at home, Provide ongoing education and support



500

Assumes a major role in bloodborne and tissue infections, Activates the complement system, Enhances phagocytosis, Crosses the placenta

What is IgG