Although Dement's Studies Disproved This Myth, It Was Once Thought

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Multiple Choice

Although Dement's studies disproved this myth, it was once thought that people deprived of REM sleep were

• A) more likely to become addicted to drugs.
• B) more likely to develop mental illness.
• C) not getting enough exercise, rest, or proper nutrition.
• D) characterized by all of these.

Describe the function and importance of chemical barriers in the immune system.

Explain the role of various white blood cells and proteins in defending the body against pathogens.

Understand how the body reacts to allergens and the process of an allergic reaction.

Distinguish between the functions of different types of immunoglobulins in the immune response.

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Definitions:

Celsius

A scale for measuring temperature where 0 degrees represent the freezing point of water, and 100 degrees its boiling point under standard atmospheric pressure.

Orally

Pertaining to the mouth; a route of medication or substance intake through the mouth.

White Blood Cells

Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

Vital Signs

Clinical measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential bodily functions; typically includes body temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.