Manifestations Of Disease Flashcards
1
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Signs
Hint: something you can see
A
Objective symptoms of a disease
Ex. Fever, labored breathing, bleeding
Objective means verifiable information based on facts and evidence.
2
Q
Symptoms
Hint: something you can’t see
A
Subjective signs of disease
Ex. Headache, nausea, anorexia
Subjective means information or perspectives based on feelings, opinions, or emotions.
3
Q
Syndrome
A
A combination of signs and symptoms which together constitute a disease
4
Q
Diagnosis
A
The knowledge of the cause of a disease