Focus on Nursing Pharmacology - Amy M. Karch - Chapter 17 Exam Questions And Answers

Focus on Nursing Pharmacology - Amy M. Karch - Chapter 17 Exam Questions And Answers Immune stimulant - answerDrugs used to energize the immune system when it is exhausted from fighting prolonged invasion or needs help fighting a specific pathogen or cancer cell. Immune suppressant - answerDrugs used to block or suppress the actions of the T cells and antibody production; used to prevent transplant rejection and to treat autoimmune diseases. Monoclonal antibodies - answerSpecific antibodies produced by a single clone of B cells to react with a very specific antigen. Recombinant DNA technology - answerThe use of bacteria to produce chemicals normally produced by human cells. Immune modulators - answerDrugs used to modify actions of the immune system. Interferons - answerSubstances naturally produced and released by human cells that have been invaded by viruses. Hypersensitivity - answerThe use of immune suppressants requires assessment for contraindications and any known allergies to prevent _____. Fetus - answerImmune suppressants have potential risks for pregnant or lactating women because of the potential risk to the _____ as well as those with renal or hepatic impairment that might interfere with drug