acute inflammation Flashcards
What is acute inflammation?
A rapid and early response to tissue injury or infection characterized by redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function.
True or False: Acute inflammation is a chronic process.
False
List the cardinal signs of acute inflammation.
Redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function.
What type of immune cells are primarily involved in acute inflammation?
Neutrophils.
Fill in the blank: The primary purpose of acute inflammation is to _______.
eliminate the initial cause of cell injury.
What role do cytokines play in acute inflammation?
They are signaling molecules that mediate and regulate immunity and inflammation.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of acute inflammation? A) Redness B) Swelling C) Long duration D) Pain
C) Long duration
What is the first step in the acute inflammatory response?
Vasodilation of blood vessels.
True or False: Acute inflammation can lead to the formation of granulomas.
False
What is the role of histamine in acute inflammation?
Histamine causes vasodilation and increased permeability of blood vessels.
Fill in the blank: Acute inflammation typically resolves within _______.
a few days to weeks.
What are the common causes of acute inflammation?
Infections, trauma, chemical exposure, and immune reactions.
Multiple choice: Which cell type is primarily involved in the cleanup phase of acute inflammation? A) Neutrophils B) Macrophages C) Lymphocytes D) Eosinophils
B) Macrophages
What is the significance of exudate in acute inflammation?
Exudate contains proteins, cells, and other substances that help facilitate the inflammatory response.
True or False: Acute inflammation can be beneficial to the healing process.
True