The immune system

Ian Peate

doi:10.12968/bjha.2021.15.10.492

The immune system

Ian Peate

School of Life and Health Sciences

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Abstract

This article considers the immune system. The reader is introduced to the immune system and how the body defends itself against infectious organisms, foreign cells and self-cells that have gone awry (such as, cancer cells). The article focuses on the organs of the immune system, and vaccination is briefly discussed. The healthcare assistant (HCA) and assistant practitioner (AP) must have an understanding of the immune system if they are to offer person-centred, safe and effective care and support to people. The article concludes with a glossary of terms and a set of questions intended to reinforce learning.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	492-497
Number of pages	6
Journal	British Journal of Healthcare Assistants
Volume	15
Issue number	10
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.12968/bjha.2021.15.10.492
Publication status	Published - 11 Nov 2021

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