In a Routine Examination, Some Blood Is Taken and Analyzed

question 40

Multiple Choice

In a routine examination, some blood is taken and analyzed. The results show a high IgM titer for the mumps virus but a low IgG anti- mumps titer. This would indicate the person

• A) is allergic to mumps.
• B) is immune to mumps.
• C) has just recovered from mumps.
• D) was recently infected with mumps.
• E) is relying on passive immunity.

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Definitions:

Risk-Averse Cultures

Societies or organizational environments that prefer to minimize risks, leading to more cautious decision-making and often avoiding actions that could lead to uncertain outcomes.

Wait-And-See

A strategy where one delays making a decision or taking action to gather more information or see how a situation unfolds.

Individualistic Cultures

Societies that prioritize the needs and desires of the individual over those of the group.

Collective

Pertaining to or shared by two or more individuals or entities, often emphasizing group actions and outcomes over individual ones.