Lecture #6 How body resists disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first line of defense
A
Intact skin Sneezing Coughing Nausea Diarrhea
2
Q
Second line of defense
A
Circulatory system Swelling and Inflammation White cells migrate to area Purulence Pyogenic membrane
3
Q
Final lines of defense
A
Pathogen defeats 1st and 2nd lines
- Antigens
- Antibodies
- Antitoxins
4
Q
What is Erythema
A
Dilation of capillaries
5
Q
Why do you get a fever?
A
Bacteria and viruses thrive at 98.6 degrees
6
Q
Describe the organization of immunity
A
Innate Immunity
Adaptive Immunity
- Natural
- Artificial
