A patient is diagnosed with a viral infection. The nurse understands that which chemical will act to prevent the spread of the virus to other cells?

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Interferon is a chemical that acts to prevent the spread of viruses to other cells. It stimulates nearby cells to produce proteins that protect them against viral infection. Interleukin, tissue factor, and tumor necrosis factor are involved in immune responses, but do not have a direct role in preventing the spread of viruses.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with a Viral Infection