Septic Shock, a Systemic Response Including High Fever and Low

question 31

Multiple Choice

Septic shock, a systemic response including high fever and low blood pressure, is a response to ________.

• A) certain bacterial infections
• B) specific forms of viruses
• C) the presence of natural killer cells
• D) increased production of neutrophils

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Definitions:

Allocare

The care of children by individuals other than their biological parents, often part of a community or social support system.

Biological Parents

Individuals who have conceived and given birth to, or provided the genetic material for a child.

Proximal Parenting

Caregiving practices that involve being physically close to the baby, with frequent holding and touching.

Decentralized Day Care

A childcare approach where services are spread out across multiple locations or provided in smaller, community-based settings as opposed to one centralized facility.