Pathology Flashcards
What is a pathogen?
a biological agent capable of causing disease
What causes contamination?
When an infectious or pathogen agent resides in or on an organism
Define feedback system
Cycles of events in which the conditions in the bodyare constantly monitored, evaluated, re-monitored, and re-evaluated
Define Homeostatsis
The constancy within the body’s internal environment
What is a virus?
Viruses are microscopic parasites, generally much smaller than bacteria. They lack the capacity to thrive and reproduce outside of a host body.
Name two modes of transmission for a pathogen
Direct physical contact and indirect physical contact
Name five guidelines of sanitiation
Standard Hand Washing
Treat any unidentified substance as unsafe
Use safe methods of handling contaminated items
Do not work under the influence
Remove all trash daily
What is Acne?
A Bacterial infection of the hair follicles
Define Athlete’s foot and is it contagious?
Tinea Pedis means Fungus Foot and is very contagious
What is inflammation of the bronchial mucosa?
Bronchitis
What type of injury does not break the skin, and is usually followed by swelling, discoloration, and pain?
Bruise
A chronic inflammatory condition that affects the colon or ileum?
Crohn’s disease
What is tunnel syndrome?
Painful repetitive strain of the hand and wrist that cause inflammation of the tendon sheath that the muscles of the wrist run through
Describe diabetes
A group of disorders that lead to elevated blood glucose levels
What is a herniated disk?
Rupture of the fibrocartilage between spinal segments
