NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

MICROBIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The body’s nonspecific defenses against invading pathogens include
A
antibiotics.
B
mucus, sweat and tears.
C
antibodies.
D
Killer T cells.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The skin and mucous membranes provide mechanical protection and only if their continuity is interrupted, bacteria and viruses can pass. Mucous, tears, and saliva contain an enzyme that is called lysozyme, which dissolves the wall of bacteria.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nonspecific defenses include anatomic barriers, inhibitors, phagocytosis, fever, inflammation, and IFN.

Detailed explanation-3: -The body’s most important nonspecific defense is the skin, which acts as a physical barrier to keep pathogens out. Even openings in the skin (such as the mouth and eyes) are protected by saliva, mucus, and tears, which contain an enzyme that breaks down bacterial cell walls.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of nonspecific defenses include Skin and mucous membranes, Phagocytosis, Inflammation, and The Complement System.

Detailed explanation-5: -Physical barriers, like skin and mucous membranes. Chemical deterrents, like antimicrobial enzymes in bodily fluids and stomach acid. Reflexes, like coughing and sneezing. Cells, like macrophages, basophils, and natural killer T-cells. 02-Feb-2022

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