Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

21. The Immune System

Introduction to the Immune System

Anatomy & Physiology

21. The Immune System

Introduction to the Immune System

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When is the administration of RhoGAM immune globulin absolutely necessary?

For all Rh-positive mothers regardless of the fetus's Rh status

Only after the birth of an Rh-positive child

During the first trimester of any pregnancy

When an Rh-negative mother is pregnant with an Rh-positive fetus

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Understand the Rh factor: The Rh factor is a protein that can be present on the surface of red blood cells. People who have the protein are Rh-positive, while those who do not are Rh-negative.

Recognize the potential for Rh incompatibility: Rh incompatibility can occur when an Rh-negative mother is carrying an Rh-positive fetus. This can lead to the mother's immune system attacking the fetus's red blood cells.

Identify the role of RhoGAM: RhoGAM is an immune globulin that prevents the mother's immune system from producing antibodies against Rh-positive blood cells.

Determine when RhoGAM is necessary: RhoGAM is administered to Rh-negative mothers during pregnancy and after delivery if the baby is Rh-positive, to prevent sensitization.

Conclude the necessity: RhoGAM is absolutely necessary when an Rh-negative mother is pregnant with an Rh-positive fetus to prevent hemolytic disease of the newborn in future pregnancies.