List four natural body defenses against infection (1 learning Objective)
Activation of the inflammatory response results in heat redness, pain and swelling. Briefly why each of these signs occurs when the inflammatory response is activated. (3 learning Objective)
An elderly patient develop shingles. Describe how the development of shingles in this patient is related to having chicken pox as a child (5 learning Objective)
Group Assignment :
1. Draw a diagram that outlines the sequence of events in the inflammatory response. Use the diagram to explain what is happening.(2 learning Objective)
2. As a group construct a table that describes the function of each of the following cells in the fight against infection: neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, monocytes, mast cells, T cells and B cells.
3. draw the diagram depicting the sequence of events in an antibody-related immune reaction, use the diagram to explain the immune response.
Clinical Assignment
Observe a patient in a clinic setting who has an injury. Describe the sign and symptoms of the inflammatory response that are evident in the patient. Discuss how each observable sign plays a role in the body's defense system.