1. Objectives: Ch. 12 and 13 (host defenses)
Describe the function of each immune system cell type and the lymphatic system
Describe the nature and effectiveness of first-line barriers to infections
Describe the cells and cellular processes of the second-line immune defenses
Understand the principles of the acquired immune response
Define the role and activation of the humoral response:B cells and antibodies (each class)
Describe the role and process used by antigen presenting cells to activate the acquired immune response
Describe the role of cytotoxic and helper T cells
Describe how Complement is activated and how it functions to aid the immune response
Define the goal of immunizations
Describe the physical nature and usefulness of an immunotherapy
Describe the physical nature and usefulness of vaccinations
Know the current CDC recommended vaccinations for all U.S. children