Which nonspecific defense activates cells in the body to attack pathogens?
A. A chemical barrier
B. Fever
C. Inflammation
D. Phagocytosis
E. A mechanical barrier
B. Fever
Fever removes iron needed by pathogens from the bloodstream and activates phagocytic cells in the body to attack pathogens.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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All of the following are responsibilities of a medical assistant EXCEPT
a. opening the mail. b. restocking the medical bag. c. dealing with pharmaceutical reps. d. dictating a SOAP note.
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