What the cell?
homeostasis uses _____ to maintain stability
what is feedback or feedback mechanisms?
This is what viruses need to replicate
What are host cells?
These are produced by gram + bacteria and are extremely powerful in small doses
what are exotoxins?
This cell arrives at the site of inflammation 2–3 days later and plays a role in allergic responses and parasitic defense
What is esinophils?
refering to the body produces more cells than usual
what is hyperplasia?
this is how germs are spread (in the chain of infection)
what is modes of transmission?
These can be usually mild, but can be serious in people with weak immune systems
what is fungus?
This is fluid that leaks out because of inflammation
What is exudate?
A patient shows elevated ALT, AST, and LDH; the underlying process occurring is
what is cell death?
these are the key vital signs for an infection
what is temperature, heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure?
Most secretions contain these to protect from harmful invaders
What are lysozymes?
This is type of inflammation is most associated with C. Diff infection
What is Pseudomembranous?
the type of cell injury that can happen mild dehydration
what is reversible?
This makes infections harder to treat, leading to longer illness, higher medical costs, and increased risk of death
what is bacterial resistance?
This bacteria releases endotoxins are released upon bacterial death, triggering severe immune responses
What are Gram - bacteria?
This mediator is increases pain and swelling and has to be activated
What is bradykin?
This type of cellular adaptation describes muscle wasting in a 85-year-old patient after prolonged immobility from a hip fracture
what is atrophy?
This is more specific to bacterial infections and rises earlier, helping guide when to start or stop antibiotics
what is Procalcitonin?
This rare infection targets immunocompromised patients with AIDs
What is Pneumocystis jirovecii?
this healing occurs in tissues with non-dividing cells like neurons or myocardium
What is fibrosis?