Which Statement Is NOT True of the Barriers of Innate

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true of the barriers of innate immunity?

• A)The gastric mucosa secretes HCl to destroy pathogens in food.
• B)Defensins are produced by the cells of the epidermis.
• C)The subcutaneous tissue contains mast cells and WBCs in areolar connective tissue.
• D)The Langerhans cells of the epidermis destroy bacteria with chemicals called perforators.

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Definitions:

Decreased Cardiac Perfusion

A condition where there is reduced blood flow through the heart's arteries, which can compromise heart tissue oxygenation.

Decreased Cardiac Output

A reduction in the amount of blood the heart pumps through the circulatory system per minute.

Dyspnea

The sensation of breathing difficulty or discomfort, often described as shortness of breath.

Capillary Refill

A quick test to assess the blood flow in tissues, measured by the time taken for color to return to an external capillary bed after pressure is applied.