When the Body Responds Against Its Own Cells as Foreign

question 24

Multiple Choice

When the body responds against its own cells as foreign antigens, this results in

• A) allergies.
• B) autoimmune disease.
• C) passive immunity.
• D) anaphylactic shock.
• E) active immunity.

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Definitions:

Overdiagnosis

The diagnosis of a disease or condition that is unlikely to cause harm or symptoms, often leading to unnecessary treatment.

Categorical Approach

A method of classification that involves organizing items, concepts, or phenomena into distinct groups or categories based on shared characteristics.

Psychological Disorders

Psychological disorders are patterns of behavioral, cognitive, or emotional symptoms that significantly impact multiple areas of life, often characterized by distress and impairment in functioning.

Maladaptive Behaviour

Actions or tendencies that are counterproductive to oneself or hinder personal adjustment and well-being.