ATI: Immune System Disorders questions with correct answers
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RN- Nursing
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normal range of WBCs Correct Answer-5-10x 1000/mm3
leukopenia is a WBC count of less than Correct Answer-4,500
leukocytosis is a WBC count greater than Correct Answer-10,000
how is a radioallergosorbent test (RAST) done? Correct Answer-a pts blood will be collected and exposed to different...
ATI: Immune System Disorders questions with correct
answers
normal range of WBCs Correct Answer-5-10x 1000/mm3
leukopenia is a WBC count of less than Correct Answer-4,500
leukocytosis is a WBC count greater than Correct Answer-10,000
how is a radioallergosorbent test (RAST) done? Correct Answer-a pts
blood will be collected and exposed to different allergens. They monitor
the amount of the clients immunoglobulin E (igE) that is attracted to
each specific antigen, indicating what they are allergic to and how
severe. Results should be ready after roughly a week.
a person getting ready to have a skin testing for allergens should be
instructed to discontinue these 2 types of meds 5 days prior to testing
Correct Answer-corticosteroids and antihistamines (can mask sensitivity
response)
neutrophils are increased in response to Correct Answer-bacterial or
fungal infections
monocytes are increased in response to Correct Answer-viral infections
and or chronic inflammation
, eosinophils are increased in response to Correct Answer-allergic
reactions or chronic inflammation
A nurse is preparing to administer a scratch test to a client who has
suspected allergies. which actions should the nurse perform prior to the
procedure?
a. cleanse skin with povidine-iodine (betadine)
b. ask client about previous reactions to allergens
c. ask client about meds taken the past few days
d. inform client to expect itching at one site
e. obtain emergency resuscitation equipment Correct Answer-bcde (skin
should be cleaned with soap and water beforehand..alcohol can be used
to wipe away afterwards)
hep a is transmitted how? Correct Answer-fecal oral route
hep b is transmitted how? Correct Answer-blood, sharing needles, sex
these immunizations are considered safe during pregnancy Correct
Answer-Tdap, hep B, influenza, meningococcal, rabies
these immunizations are contraindicated in pregnancy Correct Answer-
MMR, varicella, HPV (any live vaccines)
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