CH 1 Intro To Pathophysiology

Question 1

1. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease?

a. An inherited disorder
b. A combination of specific etiological factors
c. An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug
d. Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals in the environment

Answer 1

C

Question 2

2. The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the:

a. subjective feelings of discomfort during a chronic illness.
b. signs and symptoms of a disease.
c. factors that precipitate an acute episode of a chronic illness.
d. early indicators of the prodromal stage of infection.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

3. The best definition of the term prognosis is the:

a. precipitating factors causing an acute episode.
b. number of remissions to be expected during the course of a chronic illness.
c. predicted outcome or likelihood of recovery from a specific disease.
d. exacerbations occurring during chronic illness.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

4. Which of the following is considered a systemic sign of disease?

a. Swelling of the knee
b. Fever
c. Pain in the neck
d. Red rash on the face

Answer 4

B

Question 5

5. Etiology is defined as the study of the:

a. causes of a disease.
b. course of a disease.
c. expected complications of a disease.
d. manifestations of a disease.

Answer 5

A

Question 6

6. A type of cellular adaptation in which there is a decrease in cell size is referred to as:

a. hypertrophy.
b. metaplasia.
c. anaplasia.
d. atrophy.

Answer 6

D

Question 7

7. A change in a tissue marked by cells that vary in size and shape and show increased mitotic figures would be called:

a. metaplasia.
b. atrophy.
c. dysplasia.
d. hypertrophy.

Answer 7

C

Question 8

8. A deficit of oxygen in the cells usually due to respiratory or circulatory problems is called:

a. apoptosis.
b. ischemia.
c. hypertrophy.
d. necrosis.

Answer 8

B

Question 9

9. When a group of cells in the body dies, the change is called:

a. ischemia.
b. gangrene.
c. hypoxia.
d. necrosis.

Answer 9

D

Question 10

10. Rigorous weight lifting/body building regimens may result in the skeletal muscle cells undergoing:

a. hypertrophy.
b. dysplasia.
c. atrophy.
d. regeneration.

Answer 10

A

Question 11

11. The term cancer refers to:

a. dysplasia.
b. hyperplasia.
c. metaplasia.
d. malignant neoplasm.

Answer 11

D

Question 12

12. To which of the following does the term apoptosis refer?

a. Increased rate of mitosis by certain cells
b. Ischemic damage to cells
c. Liquefaction of necrotic tissue
d. Preprogrammed cell self-destruction

Answer 12

D

Question 13

13. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

a. Alteration of DNA does not change cell function.
b. Damaged cells may be able to repair themselves.
c. All types of cells die at the same rate.
d. Mild ischemia causes immediate cell death.

Answer 13

B

Question 14

14. Caseation necrosis refers to an area where:

a. cell proteins have been denatured.
b. cell are liquefied by enzymes.
c. dead cells form a thick cheesy substance.
d. bacterial invasion has occurred.

Answer 14

C

Question 15

15. Routine application of sun block to skin would be an example of:

a. an iatrogenic cause of cancer.
b. a preventive measure.
c. a precipitating factor.
d. a predisposing condition.

Answer 15

B

Question 16

16. A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed:

a. latent stage.
b. predisposing factor.
c. incidence.
d. precipitating factor.

Answer 16

D

Question 17

17. The term homeostasis refers to:

a. the causative factors in a particular disease.
b. maintenance of a stable internal environment.
c. a condition that triggers an acute episode.
d. a collection of signs and symptoms.

Answer 17

B

Question 18

18. Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease has been established?

a. Symptoms
b. Occurrence
c. Manifestations
d. Complication

Answer 18

D

Question 19

19. Pathophysiology involves the study of:

a. the structure of the human body.
b. the functions of various organs in the body.
c. functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes.
d. various cell structures and related functions.

Answer 19

C

Question 20

20. Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology?

a. The science of tracking the occurrence and distribution of diseases
b. The relative number of deaths resulting from a particular disease
c. Identification of a specific disease through evaluation of signs and symptoms
d. The global search for emerging diseases

Answer 20

A

Question 21

Which of the following can cause cell injury or death?

1. Hypoxia
2. Exposure to excessive cold
3. Excessive pressure on a tissue
4. Chemical toxins

a. 1, 2
b. 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4

Answer 21

D

Question 22

22. All of the following are part of the Seven Steps to Health EXCEPT:

a. follow cancer screening guidelines.
b. use sun block agents whenever exposed.
c. participate in strenuous exercise on a regular daily basis.
d. choose high fiber, lower fat foods.

Answer 22

C

Question 23

23. The term disease refers to:

a. the period of recovery and return to a normal healthy state.
b. a deviation from the normal state of health and function.
c. the treatment measures used to promote recovery.
d. a basic collection of signs and symptoms.

Answer 23

B

Question 24

24. A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a (an):

a. acute disease.
b. multiorgan disorder.
c. syndrome.
d. manifestation.

Answer 24

C

Question 25

25. All of the following statements are correct about cell damage EXCEPT:

a. The initial stage of cell damage often causes an alteration in metabolic reactions.
b. If the factor causing the damage is removed quickly, the cell may be able to
recover and return to its normal state.
c. If the noxious factor remains for an extended period of time, the damage becomes
irreversible and the cell dies.
d. Initially, cell damage does not change cell metabolism, structure, or function.

Answer 25

D

Question 26

26. Which of the following conditions distinguishes double blind studies used in health research?

a. Neither the members of the control group or the experimental group nor the person
administering the treatment knows who is receiving the experimental therapy.
b. Both groups of research subjects and the person administering the treatment know
who is receiving the experimental therapy.
c. The research subjects do not know, but the person administering the treatment
knows who is receiving placebo or standard therapy.
d. Only members of the control group know they are receiving standard therapy.

Answer 26

A

Question 27

27. If the data collected from the research process confirm that the new treatment has increased effectiveness and is safe, this is called:

a. the placebo effect.
b. evidence-based research.
c. blind research studies.
d. approval for immediate distribution.

Answer 27

B

Question 28

28. A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called:

a. acute.
b. latent.
c. chronic.
d. manifestation.

Answer 28

A

Question 29

29. The term prognosis refers to the:

a. period of recovery and return to a normal state.
b. expected outcome of the disease.
c. mortality and morbidity rates for a given population.
d. typical collection of signs and symptoms.

Answer 29

B

Question 30

30. When prolonged ischemia occurs to an area of the heart, the resulting damage is referred to as:

a. atrophy.
b. liquefactive necrosis.
c. apoptosis.
d. infarction.

Answer 30

D

Question 31

31. During the evaluation process for a new therapy’s effectiveness and safety, a double blind study may be conducted during:

a. the first stage.
b. the second stage.
c. the third stage.
d. any of these stages.

Answer 31

C

Question 32

32. Why are the predisposing factors for a specific disease important to health professionals?

a. To predict the prognosis
b. To determine treatments
c. To develop preventive measures
d. To develop morbidity statistics

Answer 32

C

Question 33

33. Cell damage may be caused by exogenous sources such as:

a. abnormal metabolic processes.
b. certain food additives.
c. genetic defects.
d. localized hypoxia.

Answer 33

B

Question 34

34. Which of the following is usually included in a medical history?
35. Past illnesses or surgeries
36. Current illnesses, acute and chronic
37. Prescribed medication or other treatments
38. Nonprescription drugs and herbal remedies
39. Current allergies

a. 1, 3
b. 2, 4, 5
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Answer 34

D

Question 35

35. A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an:

a. epidemic.
b. exacerbation.
c. morbidity.
d. pandemic.

Answer 35

A

Question 36

36. The term pathogenesis refers to:

a. the development of a disease or sequence of events related to tissue changes
involved in the disease process.
b. the determination of the cause(s) involved in the development of a malignant
neoplasm.
c. the specific signs and symptoms involved in the change from an acute disease to a
chronic disease.
d. the changes in cells of affected tissue that result in necrosis.

Answer 36

A