25 Questions & Answers
(Fall Session)
NR 507 Advanced Pathophysiology
1. Which statement is true about fungal infections? They are controlled by phagocytes
& T lymphocytes.
2. Once they have penetrated the first line of defense, which microorganisms do
neutrophils actively attack, engulf, & destroy by phagocytosis? Bacteria
3. After sexual transmission of HIV, a person can be infected yet seronegative for 6 - 14
months.
4. What of the following remains a significant cause of morbidity & mortality
worldwide? Infectious disease
5. Cells in central nervous system may act as a reservoir in which HIV can be
relatively protected from antiviral drugs.
6. Which statement about vaccines is true? Vaccines require booster injections
to maintain lifelong protection.