A 16-year-old male is bitten by a rabid dog while jogging in the park. Upon admission to the ER, he is given _____ to prevent infection.
A) cytotoxic T cells
B) helper T cells
C) antibodies
D) immunoglobulins

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Immunoglobulins, specifically rabies immunoglobulins, are given to prevent infection after exposure to the rabies virus. They provide immediate protection while the body's own immune system ramps up to produce its own antibodies. Cytotoxic T cells and helper T cells are parts of the body's immune response but do not provide immediate protection.

A 16-Year-Old Male Is Bitten by a Rabid Dog While