ATI: The Immune System Test Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI: The Immune System Test Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is a priority teaching point for a client prescribed immunosuppressant therapy after a kidney transplant? A. Avoid fruits and vegetables B. Stop medication if no symptoms are present C. Report signs of infection immediately D. Skip doses during travel Which lab result indicates effective antiretroviral therapy in an HIV-positive client? A. Increased CD4+ count B. Elevated viral load C. Decreased hemoglobin D. Positive tuberculosis test What is a common side effect of methotrexate used to treat autoimmune disease? A. Insomnia 2 B. Bone marrow suppression C. Increased appetite D. Hyperactivity A client receiving chemotherapy is at increased risk for infection because: A. White blood cell count is reduced B. Platelet count increases C. Red blood cells multiply rapidly D. Immune memory cells are enhanced Which food should a client avoid while neutropenic? A. Canned peaches B. Boiled eggs C. Raw sushi D. Pasteurized milk What is the purpose of administering a live vaccine? A. Provide passive immunity 3 B. Stimulate long-term active immunity C. Reduce inflammation D. Kill existing pathogens Which symptom in a client taking prednisone should be reported immediately? A. Increased appetite B. Fever or chills C. Mild fatigue D. Weight gain Which action by the nurse helps prevent hospital-acquired infections in immunocompromised clients? A. Keep windows open for fresh air B. Perform hand hygiene before client contact C. Limit fluid intake D. Provide cold compresses What immune system response is responsible for a fever during infection? 4 A. The release of pyrogens affecting the hypothalamus B. Platelet activation C. Antibody suppression D. Increased erythrocyte production Which medication class helps manage anaphylaxis? A. Antibiotics B. Antivirals C. Epinephrine