All of the Following Statements Are Consistent with Photopheresis Except

question 23

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements are consistent with photopheresis except:

• A) the patient is given an oral dose of psoralen, which binds to the DNA of all nucleated cells.
• B) collected white blood cells are exposed to ultraviolet light, which activates psoralen, preventing replication.
• C) the patient is given an oral dose of piroxicam, which binds to the RNA of all nucleated cells.
• D) treated cells are returned to the patient, inducing an immune response against the abnormal lymphocyte clone.

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Definitions:

Assertiveness

A measure of how competitive and aggressive a culture is.

Altruism

The principle or practice of concern for the welfare of others, often at a cost to oneself.

Collectivist Cultures

Cultures that prioritize the group over the individual, emphasizing communal goals, social harmony, and collective responsibilities.

Individualistic Cultures

Societies where personal achievements and independence are prioritized.