Pathology Compend- Multiple Choice Flashcards
The study of the changes of structure and function of the tissues of the body as a result of disease:
- Anatomy
- Pathology
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
Pathology
That branch of pathology dealing with the body as a whole, without regard to any particular organ or system:
- Special pathology
- Medico-legal pathology
- General pathology
- Microscopic pathology
General Pathology
The division of pathology that deals with individual body organs or systems:
- General pathology
- Special pathology
- Functional pathology
- Clinical pathology
Special Pathology
That branch of pathology dealing with the various laboratory tests on body fluids and tissues that are used in making a diagnosis:
- Functional pathology
- Biological pathology
- Clinical pathology
- Medico-legal pathology
Clinical Pathology
The division of pathology that deals with tissues that have been removed from a patient during surgery:
- Surgical pathology
- Gross pathology
- Necropsy
- Clinical pathology
Surgical Pathology
The expulsion of blood of a gastric origin from the mouth.
- Epistaxis
- hematemesis
- Hemoptysis
- melena
Hematemesis
Conditions that make a body more susceptible to disease without actually causing it.
- Exciting conditions
- Predisposing conditions
- Immediate conditions
- Entrinsic conditions
Predisposing Conditions
Coal dust deposited in the lungs of miners would be an example of a(an) ______ disease.
- Idiopathic
- Inherited
- Congenital
- Occupational
Occupational
The formation of pus is a process called:
- Aplasia
- Hematemesis
- Lordosis
- Suppuration
Suppuration
The pathological term for a boil.
- Erythremia
- Furuncle
- Nevus
- Vesicle
Furuncle
A term that represents a common complication of healing.
- Myosarcoma
- Kyphosis
- Ischemia
- Adhesions
Adhesions
The replacement of destroyed tissue with the exact saem kind of tissue.
- Encapsulation
- Regeneration
- Icterus
- Repair
Regeneration
A controlled enlargement of a body organ or part due to an increase in the number of its component cells.
- Atrophy
- Resolution
- Calcification
- Hyperplasia
Hyperplasia
Acute diffuse inflammation of subcutaneous connective tissue.
- Phlegmon
- Fistula
- Abscess
- Ulcer
Phlegmon
The escape of blood from the vascular system.
- Edema
- Oligemia
- Thrombosis
- Hemorrhage
Hemorrhage
More than the normal total volume of blood in the body.
- Hyperemia
- Congestion
- Plethora
- Hemopericardium
Plethora
A blood clot that has formed within the heart or a blood vessel during life.
- Exudate
- Thrombus
- Oligemia
- Embolus
Thrombus
Decreased blood flow to a bod part.
- Hyperemia
- Volvulus
- Ischemia
- Hematuria
Ischemia
An embolus may consist of:
- Fragments of thrombi
- Bacteria
- Tumor cells
- All of These
All of These
A general term used to designate the state of collaspe that follows severe tissue injury:
- Circulatory shock
- Plethora
- Passive hyperemia
- Anasarca
Circulatory Shock
An area of necrotic tissue that results from a faulty blood supply to the area.
- Bruise
- Hematoma
- Infarct
- Embolus
Infarct
Melanin bears a relationship to:
- Phagocytosis
- Pathological atrophy
- Compensatory hypertrophy
- Endogenous pigmentation
Endogeneous Pigmentation
An exciting cause of disease:
- Lowers resistance
- Lowers susceptibility
- Is an actual cause
- Increases susceptibility
Is an Actual Cause
Which of the following may be considered predisposing factor of disease?
- Fever
- Race
- Arsenic
- Trauma
Race
Shrinkage of muscle following paralysis is an example of:
- Pathological atrophy
- Physiological atrophy
- Aplasia
- Hypertrophy
Pathological Atrophy
Shrinkage of the uterus after menopause is called:
- Pathological atrophy
- Physiological atrophy
- Aplasia
- Hypertrophy
Physiological Atrophy
Enargement of the heart to offset a valvuar defect is:
- Physiological hypertrophy
- Compensatory hypertrophy
- Pathological hypertrophy
- Hyperplasia
Pathological Hypertrophy
Enlargement of the breasts during lactation is:
- Physiological hypertrophy
- Compensatory hypertrophy
- Simple tumor
- Pathological hypertrophy
Physiological Hypertrophy
The action of gastro-intestinal secretions upon the blood in the digestive tract causes the formation of very dark, tarry feces or vomitus known as:
- Hematemesis
- Melena
- Ecchymosis
- Purpura
Melena
Which of the following pathological conditions has a protective function?
- Atrophy
- Hyperplasia
- Infiltration
- Inflammation
Inflammation
An abnormal channel connecting two surfaces:
- Varix
- Fistula
- Furuncle
- Ulcer
Fistula
An area of necrosis in which dead cells are sloughed from a free surface.
- Ulcer
- Abscess
- Boil
- Fistula
Ulcer
Generalized edema of the subcutaneous tissue.
- Anasarca
- Petechia
- Hydremia
- Hydropericardium
Anasarca
Accumulation of blood in a part due to venous obstruction.
- Active hyperemia
- Passive hyperemia
- Physiological hyperemia
- Hematemesis
Passive Hyperemia
Increased arterial circulation leading to congestion of blood.
- Active hyperemia
- Passive hyperemia
- Oligemia
- Ischemia
Active Hyperemia
Arterial thrombosis may cause:
- Anemia
- Ischemia
- Sapremia
- Oligemia
Ischemia
Venous thrombosis may cause?
- Oligemia
- Ischemia
- Anemia
- Gangrene
Gangrene
Which of the following predisposes to thrombosis?
- Disease of the blood vessels
- Sluggish circulation
- Increased viscosity of the blood
- All of these
All of These
Formation of a blood clot attached to the wall of the heart of blood vessels.
- Cyanosis
- Thrombosis
- Phagocytosis
- Embolism
Thrombosis
A foreign particle that becomes lodged in a blood vessel.
- Thrombus
- Embolus
- Varix
- Cicatrix
Embolus
What condition may result from embolism?
- Cirrhosis
- Anemia
- Gangrene
- Agglutination
Gangrene
A mass of necrotic tissue that results from circulatory obstruction.
- Infarct
- Abscess
- Plethora
- Hematoma
Infarct
A blood discoloration of the tissues as in a bruise.
- Ecchymosis
- Petechia
- Embolus
- Thrombus
Ecchymosis
That branch of pathology concerned with accidents and homicides.
- Gross pathology
- Clinical pathology
- Surgical pathology
- Medico-legal pathology
Medico-Legal Pathology
The identification of a disease is called:
- Prognosis
- Idiopathic
- Diagnosis
- Febrile
Diagnosis
The prediction of the probable outcome of a disease.
- Etiology
- Recurrent
- Diagnosis
- Prognosis
Prognosis
A disease having a slow onset and long duration.
- Idiopathic
- Sporadic
- Acute
- Chronic
Chronic
A disease having a sudden onset and short duration.
- Acute
- Chronic
- Endemic
- Acquired
Acute
A localized collection of pus in any body part, resulting from an invasion of pus-forming bacteria.
- Phlegmon
- Vesicle
- Abscess
- Ulcer
Abscess
A blister-like structure that contains a serous fluid.
- Sinus
- Vesicle
- Pustule
- Ulcer
Vesicle
A free-flowing particle in the blood.
- Thrombus
- Embolus
- Infarct
- Pustule
Embolus
Blood in the sputum.
- Hemothroax
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hematemesis
Hemoptysis
The technical term for “nose bleed.”
- Hematoma
- Epistaxis
- Apoplexy
- Hematemesis
Epistaxis
The increase in the size of the cells of an organ.
- Hypertrophy
- Aplasia
- Hyperplasia
- Compensatory atrophy
Hypertrophy
The reaction of tissue to an irritant.
- Repair
- Congolmeration
- Inflammation
- Regeneration
Inflammation
Deficiency of blood in a part of the body.
- Hyperemia
- Plethora
- Anemia
- Ischemia
Ischemia
Any structural change that occurs in a disease.
- Symptom
- Lesion
- Polyp
- Fistula
Lesion
Of the following body organs, the one mainly involved in pneumoconiosis is the:
- Lung
- Brain
- Liver
- Heart
Lung
Death of a localized area of tissue.
- Necrosis
- Stenosis
- Occlusion
- Hypertrophy
Necrosis
Replacement of dead tissue cells with connective tissue cells is a process called:
- Aplasia
- Repair
- Sclerosis
- Metaplasia
Repair
Blockage of a blood vessel by some foreign object floating to the site in the blood stream.
- Embolism
- Congestion
- Epistaxis
- Thrombosis
Embolism
Of the following locations, thrombi would likely be found in the:
- Heart
- Ovaries
- Stomach
- Ureters
Heart
Of the following pathological conditions, the one that is most closely associated with infarction is:
- Allergy
- Ischemia
- Albinism
- Lordosis
Ichemia
The termination of an inflammatory reaction with the return to normal of the body part.
- Rubor
- Regeneration
- Suppuration
- Resolution
Resolution
A circumscribed collection of pus surrounded by a wall of inflammatory tissue designates:
- Sinus
- Ulcer
- Abscess
- Phlegmon
Abscess
The replacement of destroyed tissue with connective tissue.
- Repair
- Ulcer
- Hyperplasia
- Suppuration
Repair
The union of two or more adjacent boils results in an inflammatory lesion that is called:
- Tubercle
- Carbuncle
- Vesicle
- Ulcer
Carbuncle
The thick liquid that collects around an infection site.
- Melanin
- Bilirubin
- Lymph
- Exudate
Exudate
Antibodies are to be found in the:
- Bile
- Blood
- Urine
- Saliva
Blood
A gumma is a lesion of:
- Measles
- Tetanus
- Syphilis
- Tuberculosis
Syphilis
Of the following neoplasms, the one most likely to cause death is:
- Lipoma
- Fibroma
- Melanoma
- Osteoma
Melanoma
A disorder that does not primarily involve the blood.
- Hypertrophy
- Embolism
- Plethora
- Thrombosis
Hypertrophy
A marked increase in the number of red blood cells.
- Thrombopenia
- Erythrocytosis
- Metaplasia
- Hyperemia
Erythrocytosis
A malignant tumor of epithelial tissue.
- Epithelioma
- Hemangiosarcoma
- Papilloma
- Fibrosarcoma
Epithelioma
Myocardial infarction is a likely after-effect of:
- Tetanus
- Orchitis
- Coronary thrombosis
- Volvulus
Coronary Thrombosis
A benign tumor of muscle tissue.
- Myoma
- Hemangiosarcoma
- Angioma
- Myosarcoma
Myoma
It is characteristic of leukemia to be accompanied by a massive proliferation of:
- Thrombocytes
- Leukocytes
- Erythrocytes
- Osteocytes
Leukocytes
A nevus is:
- A malignant tumor of muscle tissue
- A malignant tumor of nervous tissue
- A blood disorder
- Commonly referred to as a mole
Commonly Referred to as a Mole
The form of anemia that develops as a complication of another disease such as hemorrhage is identified by the term:
- Secondary
- Pericardial
- Histological
- Epithelial
Secondary
A disorder believed to develop as an after effect of a severe streptococcal infection is:
- Rheumatic heart disease
- Leukemia
- Atelectasis
- Addison’s Disease
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Of the following neoplasms, the one that is benign and composed of a mass of minute blood vessels or lymph vessels is:
- Myoma
- Neuroma
- Angioma
- Osteoma
Angioma
Valvular insufficiency is a commonly found disorder affecting the:
- Kidney
- Brain
- Heart
- Lungs
Heart
Occlusion of an artery is a condition likely to lead to:
- Polydactylism
- Stomatitis
- Anthracosis
- Infarction
Infarction
Of the following neoplasms, the one that is malignant and composed of blood vessels is called:
- Chondrosarcoma
- Adenoma
- Hemangiosarcoma
- Adenocarcinoma
Hemangiosarcoma
A marked decreased in the number of leukocytes in the blood is referred to as:
- Phagocytosis
- Anemia
- Thrombocytosis
- Leukopenia
Leukopenia
Of the following disorders, the one with the highest incidence of fatality is:
- Cryptorchism
- Leukemia
- Sinusitis
- Amnesia
Leukemia
Myocarditis is a disease that primarily involves the:
- Heart
- Liver
- Brain
- Stomach
Heart
A neoplasm that is malignant and pigmented is a:
- Papilloma
- Myoma
- Melanoma
- Polyp
Melanoma
Arteriosclerosis is a disease primarily involving the:
- Skeletal system
- Circulatory system
- Reproductive system
- Integumentary system
Circulatory System
Aneurysms are disorders primarily involving:
- Ligaments
- Aponeuroses
- Veins
- Arteries
Arteries
Of the following tumors, the one that is a cancer is a:
- Fibrosarcoma
- Neuroma
- Chondroma
- Myoma
Fibrosarcoma
A pathological condition primarily associated with arteries is:
- Grand mal
- Infarction
- Gray hepatization
- Cretinism
Infarction
A benign tumor commonly found on mucous membranes is:
- Neuroma
- Angioma
- Glioma
- Polyp
Polyp
Of the following bodily fluids, the one bearing the closest relationship to hemophilia is:
- Bile
- Urine
- Blood
- Saliva
Blood
Endocarditis is inflammation of the:
- Medulla of the kidney
- Inner tunic of the heart
- Periphery of the liver.
- Cortex of the brain
Inner Tunic of the Heart
A fibrosarcoma is:
- Benign tumor of nervous tissue
- Benign tumor of muscle tissue
- Malignant tumor of cartilage
- Malignant tumor of fibrous connective tissue
Malignant Tumor of Fibrous Connective Tissue
Of the following conditions, the one that is a common heart disorder is:
- Ankylosis
- Cystitis
- Hypertrophy
- Ascites
Hypertrophy
Inflammation of a vein is a condition called:
- Colitis
- Hepatitis
- Enteritis
- Phlebitis
Phlebitis
Of the following neoplasms, the one that is a malignancy composed of the epithelial tissue of a gland is:
- A chondrosarcoma
- A myosarcoma
- An andenocarcinoma
- An angioma
Adenocarcinoma
A condition that is a hematopoietic disorder is:
- Rheumatism
- Leukemia
- Silicosis
- Botulism
Leukemia
A neuroma is a:
- Benign tumor of nervous tissue
- Malignant tumor of muscle tissue
- Benign tumor of cartilage
- Benign tumor of fibrous connective tissue
Benign Tumor of Nervous Tissue
A deficiency of red blood cells or a deficiency of hemoglobin is a condition referred to as:
- Toxemia
- Anemia
- Icterus
- Edema
Anemia
A body organ frequently affected by valvular stenosis is the:
- Spleen
- Kidney
- Heart
- Pancreas
Heart
Of the following neoplams, the one that is a malignant tumor composed of a mass of minute lymph vessels is a:
- Lymphangiosarcoma
- Chondrosarcoma
- Liposarcoma
- Myosarcoma
Lymphangioscaroma
Leukocytosis is a condition that:
- Is always pathological
- Affects only females
- Is always physiological
- May be physiological or pathological
May be Physiological or Pathological
Pancarditis is a disease primarily involving the:
- Heart
- Muscles
- Bones
- Arteries
Heart
Arteriosclerosis involving the cerebral arteries may be expected to lead to:
- Epilepsy
- Cretinism
- Hemoptysis
- Cerebral hemorrhage
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Of the following neoplams, the one that is benign is:
- Carinoma
- Melanoma
- Osteoma
- Glioma
Osteoma
A circulatory disorder that is often found to occur as an after-effect of a diseased heart valve is:
- Hyperemia
- Leukopenia
- Silicosis
- Embolism
Embolism
A malignant neoplasm of bone tissue is called:
- Osteosarcoma
- Glioma
- Fibroma
- Angioma
Osteosarcoma
The body fluid most closely associated with thrombopenia is:
- Saliva
- Bile
- Blood
- Cerebral fluid
Blood
A malignant neoplasm composed of fatty connective tissue is called:
- Myosarcoma
- Neuroma
- Liposarcoma
- Epithelioma
Liposarcoma
Hemorrhoids is a condition primarily involving:
- Arteries
- Veins
- Muscles
- Nerves
Veins
The disease sometimes referred to as “cancer of the blood” is known as:
- Anemia
- Pyemia
- Leukemia
- Hyperemia
Leukemia
Blockage of the coronary artery is likely to lead to:
- Glomerulonephritis
- Paricarditis
- Myocardial infarction
- Epilepsy
Myocardial Infarction
Thickening of the tunica intima of the arteries due to deposits of a fatty substance in them suggests a disease called:
- Atherosclerosis
- Emphysema
- Ascites
- Hyperemia
Atherosclerosis
Which of the following would be classified as potentially harmful occupational environments, which might predispose the worker to certain respiratory illnesses? (more than one answer)
- Coal mining and sandblasting
- Abestos removal and auto body repair
- Household chores such as dusting
- Cement manucaturing and raw cotton processing
1, 2 and 4
(Coal Mining and Sandblasting, Asbestos Removal and Auto Body Repair, and Cement Manufacturing and Raw Cotton Processing)
The form of anemia that is due to malfunction of the hematopoietic tissue is identified by the term:
- Infectious
- Primary
- Coronary
- Generalized
Primary
Inflammation of the stomach is called:
- Glossitis
- Gastritis
- Stomatitis
- Gingivitis
Gastritis
The narrowing of the esophagus is called:
- Esophagitis
- Stenosis
- Gastritis
- Dilation
Stenosis
Inflammation of the liver is called:
- Livor mortis
- Cholecystitis
- Hepatitis
- Colitis
Hepatitis
Complete urinary suppression is called:
- Oliguria
- Polyuria
- Anuria
- Hematuria
Anuria
A collection of urine in the kidney pelvis is known as:
- Pyelonephrosis
- Hydronephrosis
- Nephrosis
- Hydrothorax
Hydronephrosis
Inflammation of the structure that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder is called:
- Urethritis
- Ureteritis
- Cystitis
- Nephritis
Ureteritis
A chronic condition of the lungs caused by the inhalation of dust particles is known as:
- Pneumoconiosis
- Emphysema
- Tuberculosis
- Pleuritis
Pneumoconiosis
The granulomatous lesion of tuberculosis is the:
- Leproma
- Cavitation
- Tubercle
- Calculi
Tubercle
Inflammation of the nasal mucosa is called:
- Pharyngitis
- Sinusitis
- Rhinitis
- Tracheitis
Rhinitis
A condition involving sugar in the urine is called:
- Hyperglyemia
- Glycosuria
- Polyuria
- Pyuria
Glycosuria
Calculi that form within the kidney are called:
- Vesical calculi
- Choleliths
- Renal calculi
- Sclerosis
Renal Calculi
Inflammation of the pancreas is called:
- Colitis
- Diabetes insipidus
- Pancreatitis
- Hepatitis
Pancreatitis
Pus in the pleural cavity is called:
- Pleural effusion
- Empyema
- Pleuritis
- Pyelitis
Empyema
Inflammation of the lining of the abdomen is called:
- Peritonitis
- Ascites
- Anasarca
- Hepatitis
Peritonitis
A torn wound is referred to as a(an):
- Hematoma
- Contusion
- Laceration
- Incision
Laceration
Inflammation of a nerve is known as:
- Myelitis
- Meningitis
- Neuritis
- Epididymitis
Neuritis
Accumulation of fluid in the cranial cavity is known as:
- Hydrothorax
- Encephalitis
- Hydronephrosis
- Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus
Inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain.
- Meningitis
- Myelitis
- Epilepsy
- Encephalitis
Meningitis
Which of the following are malignant tumors?
- Angioma and glioma
- Liposarcoma and lymphoma
- Melanoma and glioma
- Rhabdomyoma and myoma
2 and 3
(Liposarcoma and Lymphoma, Melanoma and Glioma)
Inflammation of the mouth is called:
- Gingivitis
- Glossitis
- Gastritis
- Stomatitis
Stomatitis
Inflammation of the tongue is called:
- Gingivitis
- Glossitis
- Gastritis
- Stomatitis
Glossitis
Inflammation of the rectum is called:
- Proctitis
- Rectitis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
Proctitis
Inflammation of the gums is termed:
- Glossitis
- Stomatitis
- Gastritis
- Gingivitis
Gingivitis
Variocosity of the veins around the rectum is a condition known as:
- Proctitis
- Colitis
- Hemorrhoids
- Diabetes
Hemorrhoids
Inflammation of the small intestine.
- Enteritis
- Colitis
- Gastritis
- Proctitis
Enteritis
Inflammation of the large intestine is called:
- Colitis
- Enteritis
- Hepatitis
- Pancreaitis
Colitis
Which of the following might be a postmortem condition of cirrhosis?
- Jaundice
- Ascites
- Edema
- All of these
All of These
Which of the following might be a postmortem condition of pneumonia?
- Rapid coagulation of blood
- Cyanosis
- Dehydration
- All of these
All of These
Inflammation of the gall bladder is called:
- Cholelithiasis
- Cholangitis
- Cholecystitis
- Anasarca
Cholecystitis
Of the following the postmortem condition that might be associated with tuberculosis is:
- Dehydration
- Emaciation
- Cold abscess
- All of these
All of These
The presence of serum protein in the urine is called:
- Anuria
- Albuminuria
- Pyuria
- Glycosuria
Albuminuria
A condition characterized by periodic distrubances of consciousness is known as:
- Neuritis
- Neuralgia
- Neurosis
- Epilepsy
Epilepsy
Which of the following diseases would be associated with the pancreas?
- Hepatitis
- Pharyngitis
- Diabetes mellitus
- Cholangitis
Diabetes Mellitus
A disease commonly referred to as the mumps is:
- Stomatitis
- Gingivitis
- Glossitis
- Epidemic parotitis
Epidemic Parotitis
Tuberculosis is caused by the organism:
- Mycobarcterium diptheria
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- Clostridium tetani
- Clostridium perfringens
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
A condition of the lungs involving distended or ruptured alveoli is known as:
- Emphysema
- Tuberculosis
- Pleurisy
- Empyema
Emphysema
A disease characterized by a collasped or airless condition of the lungs is known as:
- Atelectasis
- Emphysema
- Empyema
- Pleurisy
Atelectasis
Which of the following diseases would be characterized by glycosuria?
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetes mellitus
- Glomerulonephritis
- Hydronephrosis
Diabetes Mellitus
A twisting of a segment of intestine is known as:
- Intussusception
- Splenomegaly
- Volvulus
- Iatrogenesis
Volvulus
The presence of materials in the blood that are normally found in urine is a condition referred to as:
- Anuria
- Albuminuria
- Uremia
- Hyperglycemia
Uremia
A disease that may be attributed to nervous tension is:
- Colitis
- Phlebitis
- Pneumonia
- Pancreatitis
Colitis
Rhinitis is a disease associated with the:
- Mouth
- Gums
- Larynx
- Nose
Nose
A condition characterized by a bluish discoloration due to lack of oxygen in the blood is:
- Nephrosis
- Cyanosis
- Neurosis
- Plueritis
Cyanosis
Grand mal is a term associated with:
- Neuritis
- Myelitis
- Encephalitis
- Epilepsy
Epilepsy
Of the terms listed, which are lifestyle choices which can lead to cardiovascular disease?
- Tobacco use and fatty foods
- Little exercise and high stress
- Excessive alcohol use
- Diet low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium
1, 2, and 3
(Tobacco use and fatty foods, Little exercise and high stress, excessive alcohol use)
Treponema pallidum is an organism which will cause:
- General peritonitis
- Syphilis
- Poliomyelitis
- Gonorrhea
Syphilis
The formation of calculi in the gall bladder is called:
- Cholangitis
- Cholecystitis
- Cholelithiasis
- Vesicle calculi
Cholelithiasis
The formation of a cavity is called:
- Cavitation
- Emaciation
- Encapsulation
- Atelectasis
Cavitation
A form of neurosyphilis characterized by degeneration of the posterior columns of the spinal cord is known as:
- Grand mal
- Petit mal
- Tabes dorsalis
- General paresis
Tabes Dorsalis
Poliomyelitis is caused by a:
- Coccus
- Bacillus
- Diplococcus
- Virus
Virus
Inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord is:
- Meningitis
- Poliomyelitis
- Salpingitis
- Encephalitis
Poliomyelitis
A chronic disorder of the nervous system characterized by attacks causing loss of consciousness and convulsions is:
- Epilepsy
- Amnesia
- Palsy
- Paraplegia
Epilepsy
A hemorrhage during which the blood escapes to the inside of the dura mater is called:
- Cerebral
- Extradural
- Subdural
- Petechia
Subdural
A result of cerebral hemorrhage could be:
- Cerebral vascular accident
- Apoplexy
- Stroke
- All of These
All of These
General paresis is caused by syphilis in the:
- Primary stage
- Secondary stage
- Tertiary stage
- A and B
Tertiary Stage
Inflammation of the brain is:
- Encephalomalicia
- Encephalomyelitis
- Encephalitis
- Neuritis
Encephalitis
Inflammation of the uterus is called:
- Uteritis
- Oophoritis
- Metritis
- Both A and C
Both A and C
(Uteritis, Metritis)
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the lining of the cervix of the uterus is:
- Endometritis
- Endocervicitis
- Mastitis
- Metritis
Endocervicitis
Pregnancy in which the fertilized egg attempts to develop outside the uterus is called:
- Ectopic
- Endouterine
- Uterine
- Both A and B
Ectopic
Inflammation of the fallopian tube is called:
- Sialoadenitis
- Stomatitis
- Salpingitis
- Metritis
Salpingitis
Vaginitis is inflammation of the:
- Vagus nerve
- Ovary
- Variocele
- Vagina
Vagina
Hypertrophy of the prostate indicates that the gland is:
- Enlarged
- Necrotic
- Decreased in size
- Calcified
Enlarged
Dilation of the spermatic vein is known as:
- Varicocele
- Epididymitis
- Hydrocele
- Spermatocele
Varicocele
Inflammation of a testis is:
- Oophoritis
- Orchitis
- Epididymitis
- Prostatitis
Orchitis
The subjective disturbances caused by disease that are felt or experienced by a patient but not directly measurable are called:
- Signs
- Symptoms
- Complications
- Diagnosis
Symptoms
A childhood disease characterized by faulty ossification of bone is:
- Polio
- Asthma
- Rickets
- Meningitis
Rickets
A condition characterized by the softening of bone is:
- Encephalomalacia
- Osteomalacia
- Malacia
- Otitismalacia
Osteomalacia
Inflammation of a joint is called:
- Lordosis
- Kyphosis
- Scoliosis
- Arthritis
Arthritis
A deficiency in the secretion of the thyroid gland is:
- Hypothyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Addison’s disease
- Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism
Acromegaly is a disease resulting from overactivity of which of the following endocrine glands?
- Thymus
- Adrenal
- Thyroid
- Pituitary
Pituitary
A congenital deficiency in pituitary secretion may result in which of the following?
- Pituitary dwarfism
- Pituitary giantism
- Goiter
- Acromegaly
Pituitary Dwarfism
A disease resulting from adrenal gland deficiency and characterized by bronzing of the skin is known as:
- Cretinism
- Grave’s disease
- Addison’s disease
- Acromegaly
Addison’s Disease
A disease associated with the Islets of Langerhans of the pancreas marked by an insufficient production of insulin is:
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetes mellitus
- Grave’s Disease
- Addison’s Disease
Diabetes Mellitus
A complication of diabetes mellitus is:
- Arteriosclerosis
- Vascular obstruction
- Gangrene
- All of these
All of These
A disease characterized by obesity and muscular weakness associated with abnormal function of the adrenal gland is:
- Addison’s disease
- Waterhouse-Friderichen Syndrome
- Cushing’s Syndrome
- Graves’ Disease
Cushing’s Snydrome
Which of the following are types of aneurysms?
- Tubular and sesamoid
- Tubular and saccular
- Dissecting and bifurcated
- Dissecting and fusiform
4 Only
(Dissecting and Fusiform)
A disorder of the pituitary gland characterized by intense thirst and the excretion of large amounts of urine is:
- Diabetes mellitus
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetes urea
- All of These
Diabetes Insipidus
Atrophy of the thyroid gland in adults may result in:
- Acromegaly
- Simple goiter
- Myxedema
- Cretinism
Myxedema
A dilated portion of an artery is referred to as a(an):
- Aneurysm
- Infarction
- Congestion
- Arteriosclerosis
Aneurysm
A malignant tumor of the skin could be which one of the following?
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Hemangioma
- Liposarcoma
- Epithelioma
Epithelioma
Cardiac insufficiency might be the result of which of the following:
- Rheumatic fever
- Calculi in the kidneys
- Cystitis
- Edema
Rheumatic Fever
Of the following which one would be a predisposing cause of disease?
- Sex
- X-rays
- Cystitis
- Allergens
Sex
Which of the following would NOT be a form of emboli?
- Fragments of thrombi
- Adhesions
- Tumor cells
- Bacteria
Adhesions
Polycythemia vera is an uncontrolled increase of:
- Tumor cells
- White blood cells
- Leucocytes
- Red blood cells
Red Blood Cells
Which of the following are signs of a disease process?
- Redness and swelling
- Pain and itching
- Nausea and swelling
- Altered function and heat
1 and 4
(Redness and swelling, altered function and heat)
Coryza is a condition affecting the ____ system.
- Circuatory
- Repiratory
- Digestive
- Nervous
Respiratory
A tumor-like swelling filled with blood may be called a:
- Varix
- Hematoma
- Neoplasm
- Hematemesis
Hematoma
A number of symptoms taken together which indicates the presence of a particular disease is a:
- Prognosis
- Syndrome
- Complication
- Indication
Syndrome
Which of the following is a type of pigmented tumor?
- Lipoma
- Chondrosarcoma
- Nevus
- Glioma
Nevus
What is a thrombus?
- A blood clot within the heart of vessles
- Clump of bacteria or tumor cells in vessels
- Fat globules within vessels
- Foreign objects within vessels
A Blood Clot Within the Heart or Vessels
Glomerulonephritis affects the capillaries of the:
- Lungs
- Brain
- Kidneys
- Heart
Kidneys
Diabetes mellitus is associated with the malfunction of which gland?
- Pituitary
- Pancreas
- Parathyroid
- Thyroid
Pancreas
A type of edema which affects the scrotum is:
- Hydrocephalus
- Anasarca
- Hydrocele
- Ascites
Hydrocele
Petechia are types of:
- Tumors
- Microorganisms
- Cells
- Hemorrhages
Hemorrhages
Graves disease is caused by:
- Hypoadrenalism
- Hyperpituitarism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
The name for the chronic end-stage of liver disease wherein the functional cells of the liver are replaced by a lower form of cells is:
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Cholangitis
- Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Widespread “pin-point” hemorrhages are more commonly known as:
- Purpura
- Petechia
- Enteritis
- Bruise
Petechia
Failure to deliver oxygenated blood to the body tissues is a problem primarily affecting the:
- Liver
- Lungs
- Heart
- Stomach
Heart
Spread of tumors via the lymph or bloodstream is known as:
- Invasion
- Metastasis
- Atelectasis
- Expansion
Metastasis
The condition in which the structure and function of the body is altered as a result of injury to the tissues is called:
- Disease
- Diagnosis
- Pathology
- Etiology
Disease
A collection of pus surrounded by an inflammatory wall is a(an):
- Infarct
- Ulcer
- Thrombus
- Abscess
Abscess
All of the following are examples of the cardinal symptoms of inflammation EXCEPT:
- Calor
- Dolor
- Algor
- Rubor
Algor
Another name for pleural effusion is:
- Hydropericardium
- Ascites
- Hydrothorax
- Hydrocele
Hydrothroax
An excessive amount of blood in a body part due to decreased venous drainage is called:
- Hyperemia
- Passive hyperemia
- Active hyperemia
- Ischemia
Passive Hyperemia
A new and abnormal formation of tissue is:
- Benign
- Malignant
- Plethora
- A neoplasm
Neoplasm
A toxic condition associated with real insufficiency is:
- Bright’s disease
- Glomerulonephritis
- Uremia
- Real calculi
Uremia
Which of the following conditions is caused by a deficiency of some sort?
- Myxedema
- Dwarfism
- Rickets
- All of these
All of These
Enteritis is associated with which of the following?
- Small intestine
- Large intestine
- Rectum
- Appendix
Small Intestine
The thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of the walls of the arteries is called:
- Atherosclerosis
- Arteriosclerosis
- Aneurysm
- Phlebitis
Arteriosclerosis
A hereditary disease of exocrine glands, especially affecting the pancreas and respiratory system with occlusion, infections, and cyst formation is:
- Crushing’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Cystic fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis
A deficiency of circulating red blood cells is called:
- Leukocytosis
- Erythrocytosis
- Anemia
- Purpura
Anemia
Marrow suppression resulting from drugs and/or chemicals, radiation, infection and metabolic disorders is:
- Iron anemia
- Pernicious anemia
- Aplastic anemia
- Sickle cell
Aplastic Anemia
Fibrosarcoma is:
- Benign endothelium tissue
- Malignant vascular tissue
- Malignant fibrous tissue
- Benign fibrous tissue
Malignant Fibrous Tissue
Melanoma is:
- Benign epithelium tissue
- Benign nerve tissue
- Malignant muscle tissue
- Malignant epithelium tissue
Malignant Epithelium Tissue
Adenocarcinoma is:
- Benign glandular epithelium tissue
- Malignant glandular epithelium tissue
- Malignant vascular tissue
- Benign nerve tissue
Malignant Glandular Epithelium Tissue
Myoma is:
- Benign smooth muscle tissue
- Malignant muscle tissue
- Malignant striated tissue
- Benign muscle tissue
Benign Muscle Tissue
Glioma is:
- Benign nerve tissue
- Malignant epithelium tissue
- Malignant nerve tissue
- Benign vascular tissue
Malignant Nerve Tissue
Hemangioma is:
- Benign blood vascular tissue
- Malignant blood vascular tissue
- Malignant epithelium tissue
- Malignant vascular tissue
Benign Blood Vascular Tissue
Angiosarcoma is:
- Benign vascular tissue
- Malignant blood vascular tissue
- Benign blood vascular tissue
- Malignant vascular tissue
Malignant Vascular Tissue
The prefix “myelo” means:
- Cranium
- Spinal cord
- Muscle
- Serum
Spinal Cord
The prefix “necro” means:
- New
- Nerve
- Kidney
- Death
Death
The prefix “osteo” means:
- Bone
- Spinal cord
- White
- Mind
Bone
The prefix “sarco” means:
- Serum
- Chest
- Urine
- Flesh
Flesh
The suffix “algia” means:
- Serum
- Inflammation
- Pain
- Study
Pain
When a thrombus is released into the blood stream, it is then known as a(an):
- Thrombus
- Clot
- Embolism
- Neoplasm
Embolism
The suffix “cele” means:
- Blood disorder
- Pathological disorder
- Resemblance
- Sac-like dilation
Sac-Like Dilation
The suffix “pathy” means:
- Disease
- Fear
- Flesh
- Producer
Disease
All of the following tumors are malignant EXCEPT:
- Glioma
- Lyphoma
- Adenoma
- Epithelioma
Adenoma
What is an infarct?
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Dead tissue
- Decreased blood supply
Dead Tissue
An example of inflammation caused by bacteria:
- Frostbite
- Stroke
- Dead Tissue
- Infection
Infection
A type of inflammation caused by irritating gases:
- Chemical
- Infection
- Immunologic
- Physical
Chemical
The technnical term used in pathology for pain is:
- Dolor
- Rubor
- Calor
- Tumor
Dolor
The prefix “cyto” means:
- Artery
- Cell
- Brain
- White
Cell
The prefix “encephalo” means:
- Artery
- Below
- Stomach
- Brain
Brain
The prefix “neo” means:
- Tumor
- New
- Nerve
- Eye
New
Various pathological processes indicating a disturbance in cell metabolism are called:
- Pathogens
- Progessive tissue changes
- Regressive tissue changes
- Transitional tissue changes
Regressive Tissue Changes
What leads to jaundice?
- Excess melanin in the blood
- Excess bilirubin in the blood
- Excess ethyl alcohol in the blood
- Lack of red blood cells in the blood
Excess Bilirubin in the Blood
A disease which is a state of being poisoned by drug or toxic substance is:
- An infectious disease
- An allergic disease
- A fulminating disease
- An intoxicating disease
An Intoxicating Disease
A disease of unknown origin is:
- Acute
- Idiopathic
- Sporadic
- Chronic
Idiopathic
A disease which shows an alternating increase and decrease in the severity of its symptoms is:
- A recurrent disease
- A complicated disease
- A chronic disease
- An infectious disease
A Recurrent Disease
Which of the following is NOT an important argument promoting autopsies?
- It advances medical knowledge
- It helps to confirm the medical diagnosis
- It aids in the prognosis of the disease
- It is used in medico-legal cases
It Aids in the Prognosis of the Disease
Anthracosis is caused by:
- Sand dust
- Abestos dust
- Lead dust
- Coal dust
Coal Dust
A benign stalked growth commonly found on mucous membranes is:
- An aneurysm
- A polyp
- A varix
- An embolus
Polyp
The term suppuration refers to which of the following materials?
- Bile
- Urine
- Gastric juice
- Pus
Pus
Which of the following is an unlikely postmortem condition to be found in a cancer victim?
- Discoloration
- Tissue deformation
- Hypothermia
- Extravascular obstruction
Hypothermia
A closed sac or pouch with a definite wall which contains fluid, semi-fluid, or solid material is:
- Cyst
- Tumor
- Melanoma
- Abscess
Cyst
Which of the following terms represents a type of aneurysm?
- Dissecting
- Caseous
- Infiltrative
- Ischemia
Dissecting
The typical lesions of rheumatic heart disease are:
- Syphilitic lesions
- Hiatus bodies
- Aschoff bodies
- Rogers bodies
Aschoff Bodies
Appendicitis is a disease of the:
- Circulatory system
- Digestive system
- Glandular system
- Reproductive system
Digestive System
