CHAPTER 22 pg. 387 Care of Patients with Immune Function Excess: Hypersensitivity (Allergy) and Autoimmunity Hypersensitivities/Allergies Increased or excessive response to the presence of an antigen to which the patient has been exposed Degree of reaction ranging from uncomfortable to life threatening Classified into 5 basic types Type 1- Rapid Hypersensitivity Reactions-Most Common Type 2- Cytotoxic Reactions Type 3- Immune Complex Reactions Type 4- Delayed Hypersensitivity Reactions
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methods and in the correct bins provided. • To report any issues requarding infections to the manager or senior in charge‚ for example any cases of sickness and diahhrea or rashes. 1.2Employers responsibilities and roles are to: • Ensure staff have infection control awareness and adequate training. • Hand washing facilities are available throughout the building. • PPE equiptment is available at all times for staff to use. • Correct facilities are available for staff to dispose of soiled
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hypersensitive disorder of immune system. An allergy is a type of reaction of the immune system. Substances that often cause allergic reactions are pollen‚ dust mites‚ mold spores‚ pet dander‚ food‚ insect stings and medicines. The body’s defense mechanism works over time to react against these foreign particles (known as allergens)‚ which may pose danger to normal functioning of the human system. People with allergies have an exaggerated response of the immune system. However‚ in most allergic
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of pneumonia‚ an inflammation of the lungs that’s usually caused by infection with bacteria‚ viruses‚ fungi or other organisms. Pneumonia is a particular concern for older adults and people with chronic illnesses or impaired immune systems‚ but it can also strike young‚ healthy people. Worldwide‚ it’s a leading cause of death in children. There are many kinds of pneumonia ranging in seriousness from mild to life-threatening. Although signs and symptoms vary‚ many cases of pneumonia develop suddenly
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WHY IS BEING HEALTHY IMPORTANT? by Olha Sats Course code+name Professor’s name University name City‚ State Date In the XXI century health issue become very relevant. It is associated with human lifestyle and urbanization. In different countries health issue is shown in different ways‚ for example‚ in USA it is adiposity‚ stress or other. In the Third World health problem is manifested through fasting‚ tuberculosis or other diseases‚ caused by low standard of living. However‚ people should
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Cardiovascular and Lymphatic-Immune Systems Worksheet Cardiovascular System Label the parts of the organ or structure‚ and describe the structure and its function. NumberStructureCharacteristics Function 1Left ventricleIt is the thickest of all the chambers. After flowing into the left atrium and through the mitral valve‚ blood enters the left ventricle before it is pumped out through the aortic valve into the aortic arch and onward to the rest of the body.Pumps oxygenated blood to tissues all over
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Assignment 1. Hypersensitivity *Poison Ivy- The body’s immune system is normally in the business of protecting us from bacteria‚ viruses‚ and other foreign invaders that can make us sick. But when urushiol from the poison ivy plant touches the skin‚ it instigates an immune response‚ called dermatitis‚ to what would otherwise be a harmless substance. Hay fever is another example of this type of response; in the case of hay fever‚ the immune system overreacts to pollen‚ or another plant-produced substance
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Nicole Perry 7.06 Immune System Lab Report Thoroughly washing your hands can be one of the best ways to prevent the spread of pathogens that cause illnesses. Our bodies have several lines of defense to fight infections. It is very important to do what we can do to avoid the pathogens from entering our system in the first place. Our hands pick up microscopic pathogens from objects that were touched by people who may not have washed their hands very well. When we forget to wash our hands or don’t
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Opening: A healthy immune system will give your child the ability to naturally protect against illness. Base on a healthy diet and lifestyle‚ your child’s resistance is maximized. They fight common health problems and keeping the child’s strong health. Body: 1. Breastfeeding According to a 2002 Australian study‚ breastfeeding has a positive effect on baby’s immune system development base on ingredients in breast milk that promote the growth of breast milk. Mucosal digestion and altered intestinal
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after exposure to offending antigen ❑ Immediate hypersensitivity – Ab mediated ❑ Delayed hypersensitivity – Cell mediated Types of Hypersensitivity Type I - ANAPHYLACTIC Type II - CYTOTOXIC Type III – IMMUNE MEDIATED Type IV – DELAYED Type I Hypersensitivity (Anaphylaxis‚ Atopy or allergy) ■ Occurs in atopic persons in response to: ❑ Allergens‚ bee sting‚ venom‚ pollen‚house mite‚ dust ❑ Administered/injected antigens
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