In response to the patient having a lung infection, how does the body respond?
A) Polymorphonuclear leukocytes go to the area.
B)Erythrocytes go to the area.
C)Surface goblet cells increase mucus production.
D)Metabolism is decreased.

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When the body detects a lung infection, it sends specialized white blood cells called polymorphonuclear leukocytes (PMNs) to the infected area. These cells help to fight off the infection by attacking and ingesting foreign pathogens. Additionally, PMNs release enzymes that help to break down and remove damaged tissue from the lungs, which reduces inflammation and promotes healing. Erythrocytes (red blood cells) do not play a significant role in the body's immune response to lung infections. Surface goblet cells are responsible for producing mucus in the respiratory tract, but an increase in mucus production would not be a direct response to a lung infection. Metabolism may increase in response to an infection, as the body requires more energy to mount an immune response.

In Response to the Patient Having a Lung Infection, How